Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award (KR1)

The Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award provides support for a sustained period of protected time (up to five years) for intensive research career development under the guidance of an experienced mentor. The award is expected to prepare candidates with research doctoral degrees for future research independence. • The award provides up to five years of support for research career development. • The award is expected to prepare candidates for future research independence. • The award is open to various types of organizations, including institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, and small businesses. • The award is expected to support research in the field of environmental health.