PKD Foundation Fellowships
PKD Foundation
Award: $60,000
Deadline: Jan 16, 2026
To recognize early-career scientists whose achievements and potential identify them as rising stars - the next generation of scientific leaders in PKD research. Qualifications: Applicants must M.D. or Ph.D. or the equivalent degree at the time of the award; may not have completed the equivalent of more than four years of research training (excluding clinical training) after completion of the M.D. (or equivalent) or postdoctoral research training after the Ph.D. at the time the award begins; this does not include medical leave or FMLA; complete research under the direction of a mentor; Commit a minimum of 75% of time to research and training during the fellowship period; not hold another full fellowship award although institutional supplemental support is acceptable. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the Committee Criteria. How to apply: Applicants must submit online application form; an annual Progress Report to be submitted along with a financial report; as part of these reports, a brief (one or two paragraph) summary written for the lay public must be included. Focus: Medicine.