Pinnacle Research Award in Liver Diseases
The Pinnacle Research Award in Liver Diseases from the AASLD Foundation funds early career scientists for innovative basic research in liver biology and disease.
Funder: AASLD Foundation
Due Dates: December 7, 2026: Full application submission deadline (11:59 PM Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $300,000 total ($100,000/year for 3 years); paid quarterly; no indirect costs allowed
Summary: Supports early career scientists in basic liver research to bridge the gap to independent research careers.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 5 years of their first faculty appointment and devote at least 50% effort to the project.
Description
The Pinnacle Research Award in Liver Diseases provides three years of support for early career investigators pursuing basic science research in liver physiology and disease. The program is designed to help junior faculty transition from postdoctoral or clinical training to independent research careers by providing substantial research funding and mentorship. The award aims to foster the next generation of leaders in hepatology, enabling recipients to compete for major national grants such as those from the NIH.
