The Doris Duke Foundation (DDF) strives to advance the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases by strengthening and supporting clinical research. This year, through fellowships and multi-year grants, DDF has awarded 21 scientists with a combined $7.92 million that will provide mentored research funding and time protection to early-career physician scientists to advance clinically significant research.
In 2023, DDF is celebrating 25 years of supporting physician scientists, so they have the time and resources to develop groundbreaking ideas. This year's grantees join a network of accomplished physicians who have gone on to become leaders in academia, medicine, public health and government.
"This year's awardees are addressing critical issues that are impacting the health of patients across the United States and beyond," said Sindy Escobar Alvarez, director for medical research at the Doris Duke Foundation. "We are proud to support their important contributions, and we cannot wait to see what this group of physician scientists will accomplish."
Christina Cruz, MD, assistant professor of psychiatry in the UNC School of Medicine, was selected through a rigorous peer review process. Applications were evaluated on significance, as well as research approach and environment. A full list of the awardees' projects can be found here
