It has long been recognized that physician-scientist trainees are at their most vulnerable position as they transition from being fellows to faculty members. Gifts and philanthropy directly support our Scholars in this most critical period as they tirelessly work to transform science and medicine. Traditional funding organizations are hesitant to support young physician-scientists taking bold, high-risk directions. 

Maintaining the Scholars program requires substantial donor support, with a further goal of expanding our footprint to include additional promising and motivated physician-scientists. We invite donors, corporations, and foundations to join us in supporting these emerging leaders in medicine. 

For more information please contact us at Molmedscholars@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.