Health Equity and Inclusiveness Research Fellow Award Grant

The Health Equity and Inclusiveness Research Fellow Award by LUNGevity supports physician-scientists conducting lung cancer research aimed at addressing health disparities. Funded projects will focus on early detection and improved outcomes for lung cancer, particularly among underserved communities. Awards can reach up to $100,000 over two years, with payments contingent on project milestones. This initiative aims to foster innovative research and enhance individualized treatment approaches for lung cancer.

LUNGevity Health Equity and Inclusiveness Research Fellow Awards support physician-scientists interested in conducting lung cancer clinical research and bridging health disparities by engaging underserved communities or underrepresented minorities. Projects funded in 2026 are expected to have a direct impact on the early detection of lung cancer or on the outcomes of lung cancer, or to provide a clear conceptual or experimental foundation for the future development of methods for early detection and/or individualized treatment, including through targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
Award Amount
Awards may be for a maximum of $100,000 ($50,000 per year for 2 years).
LUNGevity will issue the first-year award payment no earlier than November 1, 2026, following receipt of the fully executed agreement documents. LUNGevity will issue the second year payment following award renewal. Second year payments will be made only after the awardee’s funding balance has decreased to $25,000 or less.