Requests for Applications Now Open for Year 2 Funding Opportunities

The ASCENT Consortium is excited to announce that the Requests for Applications (RFAs) for our Year 2 funding opportunities are officially live! Letters of Intent are due on August 10, 2026. These awards support investigators dedicated to improving the lives of seriously ill patients and their caregivers through innovative palliative care research.

• Research Scholar Award: Provides two years of salary and research support, protected time, and mentorship for junior faculty establishing themselves as independent investigators.
• Pilot and Exploratory Studies Awards: Provides funding and resources for early-career investigators transitioning from K to R awards, as well as mid-career researchers seeking to obtain a second large research grant or exploring new directions. Detailed descriptions of both award types are provided on the linked webpage.

The ASCENT Year 2 Funding Opportunities Informational Webinar took place on Friday, July 17 and included a comprehensive overview of the Research Scholar Award and Pilot and Exploratory Studies Award application process, followed by a live Q&A session. The recording is available at this link.