SSCD-CDF Fellowship Grant Award

The Society for the Study of Celiac Disease (SSCD) and the Celiac Disease Foundation (CDF) are pleased to announce the SSCD-CDF Fellowship Grant Award, a competitive program designed to support the professional development of promising early-career researchers in celiac disease. 

One fellow will be awarded a $16,000 grant to conduct a one-year mentored research fellowship at a Celiac Disease Unit Recognized Program (CDURP).  

Fellows will: 

• Conduct a focused research project in celiac disease. 
• Gain mentored training in clinical, translational, or basic science research. 
• Submit work for presentation at a national/international meeting and prepare a manuscript for peer-reviewed publication. 

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Hold an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree.
• Be employed by or in training at a CDURP.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to advancing celiac disease research and clinical care. 

Scoring will be based on:

• Significance and innovation of the proposed research. 
• Feasibility and rigor of the one-year plan. 
• Applicant’s career potential and commitment to celiac disease research. 
• Strength of mentorship and institutional environment. 
• Quality of the nomination letter. 

Applicants will be reviewed by the SSCD/CDF Research Committee.

FUNDING & BUDGET POLICIES 

• The Fellowship Award provides $16,000 for a one-year period. 
• Funds must be used for research-related expenses (supplies, participant costs, travel for data collection or presentation). 
• Salary for trainee or mentor is not permitted. 
• No indirect costs are allowed

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 

By the conclusion of the fellowship year, fellows must submit: 

• A scientific abstract and manuscript for presentation and publication.
• A final progress report (2–3 pages) summarizing research activities, findings, and career development.
• Budget reconciliation and report of expenditures. 

For questions, please contact Emma Kowzun at emma.kowzun@celiac.org or 844.593.8169, x114.