The Scientist-In-Training Research Award from the American Geriatrics Society honors top pre-doctoral research abstracts advancing science in geriatrics and aging.
Funder: American Geriatrics Society
Due Dates: December 7, 2026 (Annual deadline — Scientist-In-Training Research Award)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; typical award includes a certificate and public acknowledgment at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.
Summary: Honors a pre-doctoral candidate for the most outstanding abstract submitted to the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants may only be nominated for one AGS award per year.
The Scientist-In-Training Research Award, presented by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS), recognizes a pre-doctoral candidate from fields such as psychology, gerontology, epidemiology, and related disciplines who submits the most outstanding abstract for the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting. This award highlights exceptional research contributions from emerging scholars committed to advancing the science and care of older adults. Recipients are honored with a certificate and public recognition during the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.