Abstract Scholarships
Abstract Scholarships are awarded to individuals based on the quality of abstracts submitted as reviewed by the Assembly Program Committees. Recipients are honored at membership meetings.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- U.S. domestic and international members.
Trainee member; submitted a meritorious abstract; registered for and attends the ATS International Conference; checked scholarship consideration box; ATS member at time of accepting scholarship; cannot receive another ATS scholarship that includes conference registration.
Benefits
Complimentary conference registration
Key Dates & Review Process
- Review process occurs in February, with notification in April.
- Reviewed by 14 Assembly program committee chairs and chair-elects.
International Trainee Scholarship
Supports outstanding trainees from around the world to attend the ATS International Conference and present their research on a global stage; designed to ease the financial burden of international travel and encourage wider participation from early-career professionals outside the United States. Must present at the International Scholars Poster Colloquium session on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- Non-U.S. citizen; recipients provide visa documentation.
Applicant is a non-U.S. citizen; does not currently reside in the United States; author on an abstract accepted for presentation; work completed outside the United States; trainee in a program outside the United States; must attend and present at the International Scholars Poster Colloquium; scientific abstracts and case reports are eligible.
Benefits
- $1,500 for low-/middle-income countries
- $1,000 for high-income countries
- Complimentary conference registration
Key Dates & Review Process
- Review process occurs from Jan. 15 through Feb. 15, with notification in February.
- Reviewed by International Health Committee; selection basis includes the International Health Committee’s grant working group.
Pediatric Pulmonary Training Directors Association (PEPTDA) Training Abstract Scholarship Awards
Recognizes pediatric trainees who submitted an outstanding case report and/or scientific abstract to the ATS International Conference. Recipients are honored at the Pediatric Assembly Awards Dinner.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- U.S.-based members.
Pediatric fellows, residents, or medical students who submitted a scientific abstract or case report to the ATS International Conference.
Benefits
- Honored at the ATS Pediatric Assembly Awards Dinner
- PEPTDA certificate/funds
1st place $250, 2nd place $150, 3rd place $100
Key Dates & Review Process
- Review process occurs early March, with award notification in mid- to late-March.
- Reviewed by PEPTDA Executive Committee.
Pediatric Resident Development Scholarships (PRDS)
The goal of PRDS is to encourage residents to apply to pediatric pulmonology and/or sleep medicine fellowships, which will ultimately increase the clinical and research workforce in these fields. Recipients are awarded with a lung pin and recognition at the PRDS ceremony with PEPTDA, PPDDA, and pediatric leadership present.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- U.S. or Canadian pediatric training program; applicant must not have been accepted into pediatric pulmonary and/or sleep fellowship.
Resident in a U.S. or Canadian pediatric training program; not accepted into pediatric pulmonary and/or sleep fellowship; interest in pediatric pulmonary or sleep medicine; willing to provide career information for at least five years; special consideration for ATS abstract authors or presenters.
Benefits
- Conference registration
- $1,000 stipend
One-year ATS membership
Key Dates & Review Process
- Review process occurs mid- to late-March, with award notification in early April.
- Reviewed by the Pediatric Pulmonology Division Directors Association (PPDDA) with support from the Pediatric Pulmonary Training Directors Association (PEPTDA).
Respiratory Health Award
The Respiratory Health Awards recognize outstanding contributions and achievements in pulmonary disease, critical care and sleep health. For all awards, there is a special emphasis on efforts that have the potential to eliminate health disparities. The Awards Committee is committed to seeking a diverse group of nominees, inclusive of all genders, ethnicities, and disciplines.
Underrepresented Trainee Development Scholarship (UTDS) Program
Formerly known as Minority Trainee Travel Awards Supports underrepresented trainees in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine and promotes diversity in PCCM and related fields. Recipients are announced at the Diversity Forum.
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
- US-based members only.
Current US-based trainees from high school through postdoc; first author on accepted abstract, excluding case reports; postdoc PhDs only if five or fewer years of training; strong mentor; leadership potential; scientific quality.
Benefits
- $1,000 stipend
- Conference registration waiver
- One-year ATS membership
Key Dates & Review Process
- Review process occurs mid- to late- March, with notification in early April.
- Reviewed by Sub-Committee.
Ziskind Clinical Research Scholar Award
The Ziskind Clinical Research Scholar Award recognizes early-career ATS members who have shown exceptional promise through leadership, scholarship, academic achievement, and active involvement in the Society. To be considered for this one-time award of $5,000, individuals must be nominated by a research mentor or fellowship program director or associate director.