Whit Mallory Award Grant

Whit Mallory Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Uab Educational Foundation
Amount: US $30,000
Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Summary

The Whit Mallory Award, established by the Civitan International Research Center in 2013, supports graduate students and postdoctoral trainees conducting research on neurodevelopmental disorders. This one-time $30,000 award honors Whit Mallory's commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. By fostering innovative research, the award aims to improve the understanding and treatment of these conditions, ultimately benefiting affected individuals and their families.

Overview

About us The Civitan International Research Center (CIRC) is an interdisciplinary center dedicated to improving lives through neurodevelopmental research and the prevention and treatment of developmental disabilities. Established in 1989, the CIRC now includes over 100 scientists, clinicians, and research staff from around the globe. The mission of the Civitan International Research Center is to improve the well-being and the quality of life of individuals and families affected by intellectual and developmental disabilities. Pilot Grant and Travel Award Programs We support neurodevelopment research through the following pilot grant and award programs. Whit Mallory Award The Whit Mallory Award was established in 2013 in memory of Whit Mallory and his dedication to research and clinical activities in the field of developmental disabilities. The one-time award of $30,000 is given to graduate students or postdoctoral fellow trainees to support their research related to neurodevelopmental disorders.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduate student or a postdoctoral fellow trainee.Must be engaged in research related to neurodevelopmental disorders.