Best Grants for Digestive System Health and Diseases in Idaho

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho seeking support for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture may be eligible for grants that strengthen community well-being. Grants from US Bancorp Foundation help Idaho health and human service providers whose digestive health programs intersect with housing, employment, or community development priorities.

This program aims to enhance education for healthcare professionals regarding new therapies and patient management in ulcerative colitis (UC). It focuses on multi-channel educational strategies to address the evolving landscape of UC treatment. Key areas include educating on new oral therapies, transitioning to advanced therapies, and managing isolated proctitis. Organizations such as healthcare institutions and medical education companies are eligible to apply, ensuring a comprehensive approach to improving UC care.

The Research Foundation of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons offers a Career Development Award to support early career investigators in colorectal surgery. With a funding of $75,000 per year for two years, this award emphasizes mentorship and career growth. Applicants must be within five years of their first faculty position and demonstrate innovative research in colon and rectal diseases. The award aims to enhance academic careers while fostering advancements in surgical techniques.

The Robotic Research Grant, offered by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, provides up to $150,000 over two years for innovative research in colorectal surgery and robotics. Emphasizing education, health equity, and novel techniques, the grant supports projects conducted in the U.S. or Canada, with a focus on scientific rigor. Applications must be submitted by ASCRS members who are principal investigators, ensuring alignment with ethical research standards.

Healthcare researchers and colorectal surgery teams working on digestive system health and diseases in Idaho can seek up to US $20,000 to pilot real-world interventions improving equity in colorectal care. With a mission to advance colorectal surgery and health equity, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons supports projects addressing disparities, access, and workforce diversity across the U.S. and Canada.

Digestive health researchers in Idaho studying colon and rectal diseases can seek up to US $25,000 for one-year, investigator-initiated, hypothesis-driven projects conducted in the U.S. or Canada. The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons’ Research Foundation funds limited projects expected to generate data for larger national funding, with ASCRS members as principal or co-principal investigators.

Focused on clinical colorectal surgery research, this grant invites Idaho and other U.S. or Canadian investigators committed to colorectal surgery to pursue hypothesis-driven projects that improve patient care. Eligible ASCRS member-led teams can receive up to US $25,000 for one year of digestive system health and disease research, including colon cancer.

Focused on colorectal disease research, this grant invites general surgery residents and recent graduates in Idaho and across the U.S. and Canada to pursue clinical or lab projects on colon, rectal, and anal conditions. Eligible applicants can receive US $20,000 for one year to support research activities, salary, and living expenses.

NIH provides Idaho digestive health researchers with funding to develop multi-level or multi-domain interventions addressing disparities in liver diseases and liver cancer. Eligible U.S.-based institutions working with populations experiencing health disparities may be eligible for this multi-year research support from the US Dept. of Health & Human Services’ National Institutes of Health.

Idaho medical students interested in pediatric digestive system health and nutrition research can receive up to US $4,000 for a 10-week mentored summer project at sites across the U.S. and Canada. Grants from North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition support stipends for students in good standing at accredited medical schools, not research expenses.

Idaho early-career pediatric gastroenterology researchers can access funding through the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition for clinical, quality improvement, translational, or basic science projects on childhood gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, or nutritional disorders. Eligible applicants are NASPGHAN members in junior faculty roles within academic institutions in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico, with awards of US $150,000.

Early-career MD or PhD investigators conducting pediatric inflammatory bowel disease research at U.S. nonprofit or government institutions, including those in Idaho, can access this three-year, mentored career development award. Focused on digestive system diseases, the Crohns and Colitis Foundation supports original clinical, translational, epidemiological, or basic science projects with US $102,500 - US $307,500 in total funding.

Pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition nurses conducting research or quality improvement projects can seek $500 - US $10,000 to advance nursing care for children with digestive, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, or nutritional disorders, including in Idaho. Grants from the North American Society For Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition support APGNN member nurses in the U.S. and Mexico.

With a mission to advance nonmalignant hematology science, the National Institutes of Health provides Idaho medical research institutions and universities with R01 funding for basic and early translational hematology studies. Projects on blood and related systems that intersect digestive system health and diseases may be eligible under this multi-institute SHINE program.

Junior gastroenterology and hepatology faculty in Idaho and across the U.S. or Canada can seek up to US $450,000 for three years of clinical research on digestive or liver diseases. Focused on developing independent investigators, the American College of Gastroenterology supports projects that advance clinical gastrointestinal practice and require 50% protected research time.

Established clinical gastroenterology or hepatology investigators in Idaho and across the U.S. and Canada can apply for the American College of Gastroenterology’s bridge funding awards, up to US $300,000 over two years, to sustain patient-oriented digestive or liver disease research programs between federal grants. Eligible applicants must be ACG members with recent federal clinical or translational awards.

U.S. and Canadian gastroenterology and hepatology physicians with ACG membership can receive up to US $75,000 for patient-oriented digestive and liver disease research addressing health equity. American College of Gastroenterology supports clinical, translational, social science, or health services studies that reduce disparities in GI and hepatology care for underrepresented populations, including work relevant to Idaho digestive health.

Idaho digestive health researchers and clinicians can access funding through the American College of Gastroenterology for epidemiologic studies using the GI Quality Improvement Consortium (GIQuIC). Eligible U.S. and Canadian ACG or ASGE member physicians, clinical researchers, and fellows may receive up to US $50,000 to improve the quality and outcomes of GI endoscopy.

Internal medicine and pediatrics residents in their first or second year can receive US $10,000 to conduct mentored clinical research in gastroenterology or hepatology, including Idaho-based projects. Focused on digestive system health and diseases, the American College of Gastroenterology invites trainees in the U.S. and Canada to pursue one-year original clinical studies with an ACG member mentor.

American College of Gastroenterology provides Idaho digestive health students with US $5,000 Medical Student Research Awards for short-term summer research in gastroenterology or hepatology. Medical or osteopathic students in the U.S. or Canada complete mentored projects, such as case series or quality improvement studies, and may receive travel reimbursement to attend the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.

This funding opportunity invites innovative pilot studies focused on biological, behavioral, and social mechanisms related to HIV pathogenesis, aligning with NIDDK's mission and NIH HIV/AIDS research priorities. Topics may include exploring pathophysiological mechanisms of HIV comorbidities and coinfections, understanding HIV reservoirs in relevant tissues, and examining social determinants affecting health outcomes. Applications are due by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization.

The Limited Competition Small Grant Program for NIDDK K01/K08/K23/K25 recipients offers funding opportunities for pilot studies and feasibility research. This program aims to support researchers transitioning to independent investigator roles by providing resources for small projects that can yield preliminary data for future R01 applications. Key deadlines for applications range from February 2025 through January 2028, with specific dates for standard, renewal, and AIDS-related applications.

The Kenneth Rainin Foundation seeks to promote innovative research in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) by encouraging diverse perspectives from early career investigators and those underrepresented in science. The Innovator Awards do not require preliminary data and are evaluated based on the potential for innovation and scientific merit. Eligible researchers must hold advanced degrees and can apply for funding through their home institutions, fostering groundbreaking ideas that can transform IBD treatment and prevention.

The NASPGHAN Foundation Abbott Advanced Fellowship in Pediatric Nutrition offers up to $75,000 for one year of advanced training in pediatric nutrition for members of NASPGHAN. This fellowship aims to enhance pediatric nutrition expertise by supporting a well-defined clinical experience and focused research project. Eligible applicants must be MDs or DOs and members in good standing, with a preference for those seeking training at different institutions. This initiative addresses the increasing importance of pediatric nutrition in child health.

The Silvio O. Conte Digestive Diseases Research Core Centers (DDRCCs) program invites applications to enhance communication and collaboration among researchers in digestive and liver diseases. Funded by the NIDDK, DDRCCs focus on shared resources that foster productivity and innovative research ideas. Each center must revolve around a central theme aligned with the NIDDK's mission, ensuring effective research support while avoiding overlap with other NIH Institutes' funding areas.

The NIDDK Disease Research and Translational Core Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) program invites applications to support innovative biomedical research focused on cystic fibrosis, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. These centers foster collaboration, provide essential resources, and mentor early-stage investigators, enhancing the research landscape. Funding will support pilot programs and access to shared services, ensuring efficient use of resources while promoting a robust scientific community dedicated to advancing health outcomes.

American Gastroenterological Association

The American Gastroenterological Association is the trusted voice of the GI community. Founded in 1897, AGA represents members from around the globe who are involved in all aspects of the science, practice, and advancement of gastroenterology. The AGA Institute administers the practice, research, and educational programs of the organization.

AGA-Takeda Pharmaceuticals Research Scholar Award in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

This award provides funding for three years to early-career faculty (i.e., investigator, instructor, research associate or equivalent) working toward an independent career in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research.

Objective

The objective of the AGA Research Foundation Research Scholar Award (RSA) is to support early-career investigators working toward independent and productive research careers in digestive diseases by ensuring that a major proportion of their time is protected for mentored research (i.e., a minimum of 50 percent effort dedicated to the proposed project). This award will support junior faculty (not fellows) who have demonstrated exceptional promise and have some record of accomplishment in research pertaining to inflammatory bowel disease.

Review all of the benefits AGA Research Scholar Award recipients are entitled to on the award policies page.

Application Requirements

• Maintain AGA membership throughout the three-year duration of the award.

• Applicants must self-assign their proposal to one of the following categories:
  • Clinical: Research involving direct contact with human subjects or using clinical data to address problems related to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment or outcome of human diseases (e.g., clinical epidemiology). This category also includes research related to health care delivery (e.g., health services, health IT).
  • Basic/Translational: Research with a primary goal of understanding basic biology or disease mechanisms. This category can involve animal subjects, cell culture, human biospecimens or human data as resources for laboratory- or informatics-based investigation.

• Resources allocated through this award are intended to support the career development of the applicant. The applicant must allocate a minimum of 50 percent effort to the proposed project.

• Applicants are required to have a sponsor and mentor for the award; one individual may serve in the capacity of both positions. A sponsor (typically a division chief or department chair) is an individual who takes responsibility for the quality assessment of the proposed research project, the quality of the research environment within which the project will be undertaken, and the experience and expertise of the principal investigator and other key researchers involved. A mentor will supervise the principal investigator’s research activities ensuring timelines and deliverables and will work with the applicant to create a research career development plan.

• The intent of this award is to foster the scientific independence of junior investigators. Applicants whose research activities become incorporated into a grant application from a senior mentor will need to delineate clearly the scientific and experimental distinctions between their respective programs. This requirement applies both to pending applications submitted prior to review of this award and to applications submitted during the term of the RSA. It must also be clearly stated how the work submitted by the applicant is that of the applicant and not that of the senior mentor(s).

• A complete research facilities and resources form must be submitted.

• Biographical sketches for the applicant, mentor and other key personnel must be submitted.

• Applicants resubmitting a revised application from a prior cycle must include a resubmission report describing responses to reviewer feedback and other major changes since the most recent past submission.

• Upon notification of receipt of this award, the recipient must provide institutional approval from the appropriate committee(s) for use of human subjects or animals. If approval is not necessary, then the recipient must provide documentation from the appropriate regulatory committee.

• Recipients must submit scientific and financial progress reports to AGA annually and final reports 60 days after the end date of the award period. Report templates and instructions are provided to awardees at the time of acceptance. Second and third year funding are contingent upon the submission and accuracy of this documentation.

• All publications, presentations, abstracts, and patent applications arising from work funded by this program must acknowledge support of the AGA–Takeda Pharmaceuticals Research Scholar Award in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

• Additional pre-award policies are available on the Research Award Policies page.

Award Overlap

• At the time of application submission, applicants may not hold, or have held, an NIH K01, K08, K23, K99, R00, R01, R21, R29, Veterans Affairs Career Development Award or any award with similar objectives from non-federal sources (e.g., the American Liver Foundation, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation).

• Applicants who have held a K12 or KL2 in the past are eligible to apply. Applicants with an active K12 or KL2 may apply in the final year of their active K12 or KL2 so long as the award will end before the Research Scholar Award term begins.

• If a applicant is granted the award and notified of a comparable award from another agency prior to the first payment of this award, then the recipient must select one of the two awards (i.e., the recipient may not retain both awards).

• If the recipient is notified that a comparable award has been granted after the first payment of this award, then the recipient may retain up to 50 percent of the remainder of his or her AGA award. AGA must be notified by the recipient via email within two weeks of receiving notification of additional funding.