Reproductive Scientist Development Program
The March of Dimes RSDP funds early-career OB-GYN physician-scientists for translational research in maternal fetal health, prematurity, morbidity/mortality, and health equity, with intensive mentorship and protected research time.
Funder: March of Dimes
Due Dates: May 15, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | July 1, 2026 (Full Application, 5:00 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: $250,000 over two years in salary support; additional funds for research supplies; typically supports ~12 scholars annually.
Summary: Supports early-career OB-GYN researchers pursuing translational research in maternal fetal health, prematurity, morbidity/mortality, and health equity.
Description
The Reproductive Scientist Development Program (RSDP) is a career development initiative for early-career physician-scientists in obstetrics and gynecology, with a particular focus on translational research that bridges laboratory discoveries and clinical practice. The program emphasizes research in maternal fetal health, prematurity, maternal and infant morbidity and mortality, and health equity. RSDP is administered by a host institution (currently Duke University) and funded by a coalition including March of Dimes, NIH/NICHD, and several professional societies and foundations. Scholars benefit from intensive research mentorship, protected research time, and a strong network of leaders in reproductive medicine.
