Thomas and Catherine Yoshikawa Award for Outstanding Scientific Achievement in Clinical Investigation
Forecasted
The Thomas and Catherine Yoshikawa Award from the American Geriatrics Society honors outstanding early-career research in clinical investigation focused on improving care for older adults.
Funder: American Geriatrics Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (nomination/application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 honorarium; single award; recognition at AGS Annual Scientific Meeting
Summary: Recognizes emerging eldercare scholars for outstanding scientific achievement in clinical investigation relevant to older adults.
Key Information: Individuals may only be nominated or apply for one AGS award category per year.
Description
The Thomas and Catherine Yoshikawa Award for Outstanding Scientific Achievement in Clinical Investigation, presented by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS), honors early-career professionals who have demonstrated exceptional promise in clinical research relevant to older adults. Named after Dr. Thomas T. Yoshikawa and his wife Catherine, the award celebrates innovative clinical investigation and high-quality, person-centered care in geriatrics. Recipients receive a $2,000 honorarium and are recognized at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.
