PFF Scholars
The PFF Scholars program funds early-career researchers advancing innovative basic, translational, clinical, and epidemiological research on pulmonary fibrosis and ILD-related pulmonary hypertension.
Funder: Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
Due Dates: May 29, 2026: Letter of Intent deadline (PFF/PHA Joint Partner Award)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 over two years per award (includes up to 8% indirect costs)
Summary: Supports early-career researchers advancing innovative studies to improve understanding of pulmonary fibrosis.
Description
The PFF Scholars program, offered by the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, is designed to accelerate the careers of early-stage investigators conducting research in pulmonary fibrosis. The program aims to foster independent research careers and provide awardees with resources, mentorship, and opportunities to secure further funding. Supported research areas include basic science, translational, clinical, epidemiological, and health services research related to pulmonary fibrosis and, for this cycle, pulmonary hypertension in the context of interstitial lung disease (ILD-PH).
Awards are based on scientific merit, innovation, and alignment with the Foundation’s goals, with applications peer-reviewed by an international committee of experts.
