The American Society of Transplantation (AST) Research Network Fellowship Research Grant supports early-career researchers (within two years of postdoctoral training) pursuing studies in solid organ transplantation and related immunology. The grant aims to foster the development of future leaders in transplant science by providing a strong research training foundation.
Eligibility criteria:
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Applicants must hold an MD, PhD, PharmD, DVM, or equivalent degree.
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Must be within the first two years of postdoctoral research training (not including clinical training) by December 1, 2025.
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Applicants must be in a fellowship training position (not faculty or senior staff).
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Research must focus on solid organ transplantation.
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A sponsor (mentor) is required, who must be an active AST member or have applied for membership by the deadline.
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Research must be conducted in a North American setting.
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Citizenship: open to U.S., Canadian, or Mexican citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals lawfully residing in these countries.
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Fellows holding other fellowship or career development awards that fund salary are ineligible.
Funding details:
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Amount: 75,000 USD for one year.
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Start date: July 1, 2026 (cannot be deferred).
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Supports recipient’s salary and/or research costs; overhead, capital equipment, and travel are not covered.
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Payment made to the institution in annual installments.
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Requires 50% protected research time (basic/translational) or 25% (clinical).
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Recipients must submit mid-year and final reports; sponsor letters required.
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Acknowledgment in publications: “This work was supported by a grant from the American Society of Transplantation Research Network.”
Deadline:
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Application deadline: December 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
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Notification of results: March 2026.
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Recipients recognized at the American Transplant Congress (June 20–24, 2026, in Boston, MA).
Where to go for further information:
- Visit here to apply.
- Questions: [email protected]