HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program
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Deadlines
HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program
Thursday, December 5, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET
About this Fellowship
HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program supports graduate students and their faculty advisors in advancing equity and inclusion in the sciences through providing both funding and professional development opportunities.
The Gilliam Fellows Program is dedicated to fostering a more inclusive scientific ecosystem by investing in graduate students who are committed to equity and inclusion in science. Each selected fellow partners with a faculty thesis advisor, receiving support for their dissertation research and community engagement projects.
Fellows are typically in years 3-5 of their PhD studies and must be enrolled in biomedical or life sciences programs. They create projects that engage their communities in science and promote healthier training environments. Advisors can participate in a mentorship skills development course to enhance their mentorship capabilities.
Award Value
An annual award of $53,000 for up to three years which includes a $36,000 stipend, $10,000 institutional allowance, $4,000 discretionary allowance and $3,000 community engagement allowance.
Eligibility Requirements
| Requirements |
Details |
| Year(s) of Application |
Doctoral |
Minimum Grade Point Average |
3.3 |
Citizenship |
US Citizen, Permanent Resident, Green Card Holder |
| Campus Nomination Required |
No |
Last updated: November 1, 2024
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