ASPET Washington Fellows Program 2026
The American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET) is now accepting applications for its Washington Fellows Program 2026. This program is designed to empower early-career scientists and researchers interested in science policy by providing them with the tools and knowledge to engage in public policy issues effectively.
📖 About the ASPET Washington Fellows Program
The mission of the ASPET Washington Fellows Program is to enable developing and early-career scientists to:
- Learn about public policy issues.
- Become more engaged in science policy.
- Understand how public policy decisions impact science funding and research.
🎁 Benefits of the Program
Participants in the program will:
- Gain an understanding of how public policy decisions in Washington, D.C. shape and impact science policy, including funding for agencies like the National Institutes of Health.
- Learn how to advocate effectively on Capitol Hill and in their home districts.
- Develop skills and insights to become future leaders in science.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the ASPET Washington Fellows Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a graduate student, postdoctoral trainee, or a researcher no more than four years past the completion of their postdoctoral training.
- Be a member of ASPET in good standing with a strong interest in science and its intersection with public policy.
- Reside in the United States and work or study at a U.S. institution. Non-U.S. citizens may apply if they meet these conditions.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Application Deadline: 30 June, 2026
- To apply, visit the official ASPET website and follow the application instructions.
🌐 Additional Information
For more details about the ASPET Washington Fellows Program, visit the official ASPET website.
If you're passionate about science policy and want to make a difference, this program is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to shaping the future of science policy!
- Develop an understanding of how public policy decisions made in Washington, D.C. shape and impact science policy.
- Learn how to advocate effectively on Capitol Hill and in home districts.
- Develop skills and insights to become future leaders in science.
