PES Rising Star Grant
The PES Rising Star Grant from the Pediatric Endocrine Society funds innovative research by pediatric endocrinology fellows, supporting early-stage projects and fostering investigative skills.
Funder: Pediatric Endocrine Society
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 for one year; ~5 grants awarded annually; no indirect costs or salary support allowed.
Summary: Supports pediatric endocrinology fellows in launching innovative research projects and advancing their research skills.
Key Information: Only one application cycle per year; not open to prior recipients or those with certain other grants.
Description
The PES Rising Star Grant is designed to nurture the research efforts of fellows in pediatric endocrinology by providing targeted funding for early-stage, innovative projects. The grant aims to support impactful research, foster investigative skills, and encourage professional growth during fellowship training. The program includes the Raphael David, MD Rising Star Grant, which gives preference to projects focused on the developmental biology of the testes or adrenal gland, but all pediatric endocrinology research topics are eligible. The grant is part of the Pediatric Endocrine Society’s commitment to advancing research and supporting the next generation of leaders in the field.
