Advancing Scientific Discovery
Gilead Sciences funds early-career researchers worldwide for innovative public health projects in virology, oncology, and liver disease to advance scientific knowledge and address unmet medical needs.
Funder: Gilead Sciences
Due Dates: August 28, 2026 (Research Scholars Program — Public Health)
Funding Amounts: 4 awards of up to $100,000 each (2 years, $50,000/year, inclusive of indirect costs)
Summary: Supports innovative research by emerging investigators in public health to address unmet medical needs and advance scientific discovery.
Key Information: For junior researchers in public health; application deadline is 11:59 PM CEST on August 28, 2026.
Description
The Gilead Sciences Research Scholars Program — Public Health supports early-career researchers worldwide with funding for innovative projects aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and addressing unmet needs in global public health. The program is designed to foster diverse perspectives and drive breakthroughs in virology, oncology, and liver disease, with a particular focus on supporting junior investigators and underrepresented groups. Funding is provided directly to the researchers’ institutions, and recipients join a network of scholars dedicated to impactful, inclusive research.
