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How often is ASMBS Research Grants offered?

ASMBS Research Grants runs on an annual cycle.

ASMBS Research Grants

American Society for Metabolic and

Foundation Annual Grants for Science Research Obesity Prevention Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

ASMBS Research Grants

Funder: TREO Foundation in partnership with ASMBS

Geographic Scope: United States

Focus Areas:

Scientific research grants concerning bariatric surgical procedures

Improvement of post-surgical outcomes

Obesity treatment and metabolic surgery research

Weight loss mechanisms and weight regain physiology

Comorbidity management related to bariatric surgery

Behavioral interventions for weight management

Mission: TREO Foundation works to end the obesity epidemic by sponsoring scientific research grants. Obesity affects 42% of adults in the United States with an estimated annual medical cost of $173 billion. Bariatric surgery remains the most effective treatment yet is underutilized.

Recent Grant Recipients (2025-2024):

Caitlin Smith, PhD - Development of a Multiple Health Behavior Change Intervention for Weight Loss and Smoking Cessation for Pre-Bariatric Surgery Patients

Nicholas J. Sketch, MD, MS - Randomized Control Trial of Sleeve Gastrectomy with Tirzepatide in Maximizing Weight Loss (STIM)

Tarik Yuce, MD, MS - Understanding Clinician and Patient Decision Making Regarding Utilization of Medical Treatments

Jerry Dang, MD, PhD - Elucidating the Protective Mechanisms of Bariatric Surgery on Hepatocellular Carcinoma in an Obesity Mouse Model

Contact Information:

Email: info@treofoundation.org

Phone: 352-332-9100

Address: 14260 W. Newberry Rd. #418, Newberry, FL 32669

How to Apply

Application Process

Status: Applications currently open for 2025-2026 cycle

Required Materials: Specific application requirements not detailed in provided content. Applicants should contact TREO Foundation directly for application guidelines and submission procedures.

Application Portal/Instructions: Visit treofoundation.org/our-grants/ for application details and current submission information.

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