Transition to Independence Grants
The American Society of Nephrology's Transition to Independence Grants support early career nephrology researchers in establishing independent research programs in kidney biology and disease.
Funder: American Society of Nephrology
Due Dates: November 19, 2026: Application Deadline
Funding Amounts: $100,000/year for 2 years (total $200,000); up to 10% indirect costs allowed per year
Summary: Supports early career nephrology faculty in establishing independent research careers in kidney biology and disease.
Key Information: Only active ASN members in North/Central America or the Caribbean are eligible; prior R01/VA Merit Award recipients are not eligible.
Description
The Transition to Independence Grants Program, administered by KidneyCure (the ASN Foundation), is designed to help early career faculty in nephrology transition to independent research careers. The program aims to position recipients to become competitive for major independent funding such as NIH R01 grants by the end of the two-year award period. Proposals are welcome from investigators pursuing clinical or basic science research across the full spectrum of kidney biology and disease. The program especially encourages applications from individuals whose backgrounds or life experiences bring valuable new perspectives to nephrology, including those who have faced barriers to entry. Several named and partner grants are available, recognizing excellence in areas such as transplantation, pediatric nephrology, diversity-focused research, and rare kidney stone diseases.
