American Lung Association Research Grants

Official Request for Proposals (RFP) for the American Lung Association Catalyst Award, a mentored research grant for early-career investigators in lung health.

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Deadline2025-12-01

Award amountCatalyst Award: $50,000; Innovation Award: $75,000; Dalsemer Interstitial Award: $50,000; $75,000 per year for up to two years; $50,000 per year for up to two years; Lung Cancer Discovery Award: $100,000; $100,000 per year for up to two years; $50,000 per year for Mentored Researchers

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

FAQ

Research Awards & Grants FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding the American Lung Association's research awards and grants program, covering application policies, eligibility, and the review process.

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Eligibility

Research institution must be non-profit and located in the United States; Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; Applicants must hold only one Lung Association grant at a time; Only one application and LOI per candidate per funding period

Requirements

Employment Certification required for non-U.S. citizens; Institutional Signing Official must certify employment duration; No overhead or indirect expenses allowed; Funds cannot be used to duplicate work supported by other agencies

Application materials

Letters of reference/support (varies by mechanism); Letter of Intent (LOI)

How to apply

Apply through the proposalCENTRAL grant application system

Important dates

Review process for letters of intent: approximately 6 weeks; Time between application submission and notification: approximately 6 months

Contact

1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872)

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