ASH HONORS (Hematology Opportunities for the Next Generation of Research Scientists) Award

The ASH HONORS Award contributes to the development of the next generation of hematologists by providing research funding for talented medical students and residents who have about 12 months remaining in their program when the award begins (July 1). It is a flexible research experience conducted over a span of two to 12 months.

In addition to a $5,000 honorarium to support work on a hematology-related research project, program participants receive a $1,000 travel allowance each year for two years to attend the ASH annual meeting and are encouraged to continue research careers in hematology beyond medical school and residency. Please be aware that if you choose to conduct your research at an institution other than your home institution, your project may be subject to a "visiting researcher fee." Please discuss this potential fee with your research mentor so that you are informed and to ensure that an agreed upon plan is in place to cover this potential fee.

At the ASH annual meeting, award recipients attend an orientation breakfast with members of the ASH Committee on Training and Trainee Council who are available to discuss specific areas of research and to provide recommendations on annual meeting sessions, events, abstracts, and/or posters related to the awardees’ areas of interest. Awardees are also invited to attend the Career Development Awards Reception on Monday evening.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be working on a hematology project, either in laboratory research or in a clinical investigation, and they must have a research mentor at the institution where the research is being performed who is an ASH member in good standing.

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Supported Research

Applicants must submit proposals to conduct research in blood sciences. The following categories are encouraged: basic research, translational research, patient-oriented clinical research, and outcomes-based research.

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Application Process

The HONORS Award application is part of ASH’s universal application process. This application, along with all supporting documents outlined, must be submitted through the ASH online awards system.

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Evaluation, Selection, and Notification

Applicants will be evaluated on their submissions' commitment to hematology and interest, mentorship and support, educational value and skills development, as well as their feasibility and project value. 

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Terms and Conditions

All awards will be activated on July 1 and will conclude on June 30 of the following year. Payment will be made to the applicant as indicated on the application. Funds are paid directly to the awardee and are non-transferable. If the funding needs to be sent to your institution for visa or institutional rules, an exception can be requested.

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Key Dates

Application AvailableAugust 14, 2026
Application DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
Award NotificationMay 2027

Past Award Recipients

See past recipients of the ASH Graduate Hematology Award and consider applying for the chance to be counted among these promising new hematologists.

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Questions?

For questions about the ASH HONORS Award, please contact awards@hematology.org.

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