[Health Effects Institute](https://www.healtheffects.org)

January 23, 2026 (Preliminary application) | June 5, 2026 (Full application)

Up to 3 years of funding; typical award size not specified

Supports early career researchers investigating the health effects of air pollution to help them establish independent research careers.

--- ## Description The Walter A. Rosenblith New Investigator Award is designed to support creative early career investigators interested in studying the health effects of air pollution. The program aims to foster innovative research aligned with the Health Effects Institute’s (HEI) mission, enabling promising scientists to establish themselves as independent researchers in the field. The award is open to scientists worldwide and encourages applicants to explore the history of the award, learn from past recipients, and engage with ongoing research supported by HEI. --- ## Due Dates - January 23, 2026: Preliminary application deadline - June 5, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Provides up to 3 years of funding for each awardee. - The typical or maximum award size is not specified in the available materials. --- ## Eligibility - Open to scientists of any nationality, residing anywhere in the world. - Applicants must hold a PhD, ScD, MD, DVM, DrPH, or equivalent degree. - By the full application deadline, the applicant must be appointed at the Assistant Professor (USA), University Lecturer (UK), or equivalent level at an academic or research institution. - Applicants must not have held such a position for more than five years (60 months) as of the preliminary application deadline. - Holding a tenure-track position is not required. - Time spent on non-research activities (e.g., parental or medical leave) may be excluded from the five-year limit. - Institutional evidence of a commitment to supporting the applicant’s independent research career is required. - Applicants must demonstrate outstanding research potential. - All applicants should verify eligibility by sending a full CV (including date of degree completion) to Dr. Dan Crouse before applying. - Applicants who do not meet all eligibility requirements will not be considered. --- ## Application Process 1. **Preliminary Application:** Required; due January 23, 2026. 2. **Full Application:** By invitation only; due June 5, 2026. 3. **Documentation:** Evidence of institutional commitment and a detailed CV are required. 4. **Eligibility Verification:** Prospective applicants should contact HEI to confirm eligibility before applying. 5. **Resources:** - [How to Apply (RFA PDF)](http://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/media/rfa-25-2-rosenblith-award.pdf) - [Application Instructions and Forms](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding/application-instructions) - [FAQs](https://www.healtheffects.org/faqs) - [Award History & Current Awardees](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding/rosenblith-award) - [Webinar Q&A](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/rfa-25-2-applicant-webinar-qa.pdf) - [Webinar Slides](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/applicant-webinar-slides-rfa-25-2.pdf) --- ## Additional Information - Participation in the informational webinar is not required for application. - Applicants are encouraged to review the award’s history and examples of successful projects. --- ## External Links - [RFA 25-2: Walter A. Rosenblith New Investigator Award (Program Page)](https://www.healtheffects.org/rfa/rfa-25-2-walter-rosenblith-new-investigator-award) - [Funding Opportunities at HEI](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding) - [Application Instructions and Forms](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding/application-instructions) - [FAQs](https://www.healtheffects.org/faqs) - [Award History & Current Awardees](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding/rosenblith-award) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | More Info | |--------------|----------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Dan Crouse | funding@healtheffects.org | +1 617-488-2300 | [Contact HEI](https://www.healtheffects.org/contact) |

RFA 25-2: Walter A. Rosenblith New Investigator Award - Health Effects Institute

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