Application Deadline: Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA)

Are you an early-stage investigator physician committed to transforming and expanding access to the clinical research landscape? The Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA) might be for you!

The Winn CDA offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to improving participation in clinical trials through workforce development and mentoring. The award provides $120,000 annually for two years to institutions sponsoring scholars. The funds are expected to cover a percentage of each scholar’s salary, equivalent to 40% of their time.  Research areas include cancer, cardiovascular disease and immunologic disorders.

Winn CDA is part of a broader initiative, the Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials Award Program (Winn Awards), which seeks to improve patient participation in clinical studies so that treatments developed are tested, safe, and effective for all who will use them