[Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $100,000 over two years per scholar; supports early-career research projects.

Supports emerging researchers conducting impactful studies to advance scientific understanding of pulmonary fibrosis.

--- ## Description The PFF Scholars program, offered by the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, is designed to support early-career investigators in the field of pulmonary fibrosis. The program provides resources and mentorship to help scholars establish independent research careers and secure larger-scale funding. Supported research areas include basic science, translational research, clinical research, epidemiology, and health services research, all with the goal of accelerating advances in the understanding and treatment of pulmonary fibrosis. Each year, a new class of PFF Scholars is selected to address urgent scientific questions in the field, with projects reviewed by an international committee of experts for scientific merit, innovation, and responsiveness to program goals. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each PFF Scholar receives up to $100,000 in total funding, distributed over a two-year period. - Funding is intended to support early-career researchers in launching or continuing independent research projects that advance the understanding of pulmonary fibrosis. --- ## Eligibility - Targeted at early-career investigators (e.g., postdoctoral fellows, junior faculty, or equivalent). - Applicants must propose research relevant to pulmonary fibrosis, including but not limited to: - Basic science - Translational research - Clinical research - Epidemiology - Health services research - Proposals are evaluated on scientific merit, innovation, and alignment with program goals. - Additional eligibility details (such as citizenship or institutional requirements) are typically provided in the program’s full application guidelines; applicants are encouraged to review the [program page](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/researchers-healthcare-providers/research-opportunities/scholars) for updates. --- ## Application Process - Submit a full application by the anticipated deadline (March 2026). - Applications are peer-reviewed by a committee of international experts. - Evaluation criteria include scientific merit, innovation, and responsiveness to the specific goals of the award. - For questions about the submission process or required components, contact the program officer or review the latest instructions on the program website. --- ## Additional Information - The program aims to help scholars secure subsequent independent funding and to foster impactful, career-building research. - Past recipients and their research projects can be viewed on the [PFF Scholars recipients page](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/researchers-healthcare-providers/research-opportunities/scholars/2024). - The PFF Research Review Committee oversees the peer-review process. --- ## External Links - [PFF Scholars Program Overview](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/researchers-healthcare-providers/research-opportunities/scholars) - [Past PFF Scholars and Projects](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/researchers-healthcare-providers/research-opportunities/scholars/2024) - [Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Grants & Research Opportunities](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/researchers-healthcare-providers/research-opportunities/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |-------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Grants Contact | grants@pulmonaryfibrosis.org | +1 844-825-5733 | [Contact Us](https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/about-us/contact-us) | | Program Officer (Zoe Bubany) | zbubany@pulmonaryfibrosis.org | — | — |

PFF Scholars - Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

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