By APA Staff
The Young Investigator Awards Program supports early career investigators interested in pursuing a long-term career in research and academic medicine with a focus on enhancing the health and well-being of all children, particularly those most vulnerable. The YIA Program seeks to support a diverse cohort of early career investigators – in both lived experience and academic institution.
The Young Investigator Awards Program offers three funding paths for prospective applicants – Read about each path below:
- Academic Pediatric Association Young Investigator Award (APA YIA)
- Academic Pediatric Association Research Network Young Investigator Award (APA Research Network YIA)
- Nutrition in Underserved Communities Young Investigator Award (Nutrition YIA)
Additional Trainee Engagement Funding: Applicants invited to submit a full proposal may request consideration for an additional $5,000 in funding by including a trainee (e.g., medical student or resident) engagement plan. The plan should describe the trainee’s role in the project, the activities they will complete, how they will be mentored, and, when feasible, how they will be encouraged or supported to attend the annual PAS Meeting.
Learn more about this program by attending an info session with leaders on
August 5, 2026, at 4pm ET: Register
August 11, 2026, at 1pm ET: Register
Letters of Intent (LOI) or Initial Proposals are being accepted June 1 – October 1, 2026.
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