The Gerber Emerging Investigator Award provides $50,000 and mentorship to early-stage investigators conducting pediatric research focused on infants and young children from pre-birth through age three. It supports preliminary data generation, career development, and building research independence in child health. Applicants must be affiliated with US-based tax-exempt organizations and have qualified mentors to foster sustained research careers.
Applicants must be early-stage investigators affiliated with US-based tax-exempt organizations (501(c)(3), not private foundations). Research must focus on infants and young children up to age three and align with pediatric priorities. A qualified mentor and institutional support are required.
