The NIMHD Early Career Investigator Award is given to an early stage health disparities investigator who is making a significant impact with their research on health disparities.
All active NIMHD career development (K mechanisms) grantees during the award year who meet the eligibility criteria for NIH Early Stage Investigator are considered for this award. The NIMHD Early Career Investigator Awardee is selected based on advancing minority health and health disparities science through their contributions to the scientific literature, such as innovative findings, development of theories, advancement of methods, and novel research designs.
The next Awardee presentation will occur in August 2026.
Page updated March 23, 2026