The mission of the American Lung Association is to save lives by enhancing lung health and preventing lung disease, with a focus on defeating lung cancer, creating a tobacco-free future, championing clean air for all, and improving the quality of life for those affected by lung disease and their families.
The Innovation Award from the American Lung Association offers $75,000 per year for up to two years to support highly promising investigators in the early stages of their careers. These investigators should have a stellar track record of accomplishment with the potential to advance the field of lung disease science. Success in this award requires applicants to have evidenced prior excellence and productivity, and they must have held a K or R type award within three to five years prior to applying for this award. The goal is to foster innovation and progress in lung disease science.