Medical Student, Resident, Graduate Student Awards
The American Society of Hematology (ASH) offers both short- and long-term opportunities for aspiring hematologist in medical school or residency to conduct hematology research under the supervision and mentorship of ASH member mentors. Apply for one of the following awards for the chance to conduct hands-on research and jumpstart your career.
Graduate Hematology Award (New)
This award encourages graduate students in the United States and Canada to pursue a career in academic hematology by providing funding for students conducting research on hematology-focused projects and is open to doctoral students in their first, second, or third year of graduate school at the time of application.
Hematology Inclusion Pathway (HIP) Graduate Student Award
The HIP Graduate Student Award provides research funding for doctoral students that are in their first, second, or third year of graduate school.
Hematology Inclusion Pathway (HIP) Medical Student Award
The HIP Medical Student Award provides research funding for medical students under the supervision of a mentor.
Hematology Inclusion Pathway (HIP) Resident Award
The HIP Resident Award provides research funding for physicians in an internal medicine, pathology, or pediatric residency program under the supervision of a mentor.
HONORS Award
This award contributes to the development of the next generation of hematologists by providing research funding for talented first-, second-, and third-year medical students as well as first- and second-year medical residents. Both short- and long-term projects are supported.
Medical Student Physician-Scientist Award
During this immersive, yearlong project for first-, second-, and third-year medical students, participants conduct laboratory, translational, or clinical hematology research.
New! Ash virtual office hours
ASH is offering virtual office hours for prospective award applicants and mentors. Speak with a volunteer leader one on one about grant writing tips and gain invaluable insight about what award may be the best fit for you from a diverse network of mentors.
Office hours are held in English and Spanish (where available). Sign up for a session today to provide ample time to prepare your application before the award deadlines in the new year! For questions about eligibility, please reach out to ASH staff at [email protected] in advance of your session.
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Resources for Medical Students and Residents
Explore a career in hematology, and gain access to valuable resources that will be critical to your hematology training and career development.
Join ASH to Help Bridge Funding Gaps
ASH increased its commitment to funding critical hematology research this year by $9 million to establish new awards and fund an additional 600+ awards to make up for the gaps in opportunity resulting from federal funding cuts – bringing ASH’s total investment to more than $20 million in 2025-2026. It’s going to take your help to sustain that momentum beyond this first year. Donate to the ASH Foundation to help protect the future of hematology research when it’s needed most.