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EASD Rising Star Symposium and EFSD Rising Star Fellowship Programme

European Foundation for the Study of Diabetes

The EASD Rising Star Symposium and EFSD Rising Star Fellowship Programme aims to identify promising and innovative young researchers who are developing their research activities in Europe. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to present an overview of their past and ongoing research activities during a multidisciplinary research symposium at the EASD Annual Meeting. The chosen candidates will be invited by EASD to present a lecture (20-minute lecture + 5-minute discussion) and will receive a commemorative diploma. Travel expenses, hotel and registration costs for the recipients will be covered.

Furthermore, the award includes a research fellowship in the amount of Euro 30,000 payable to the recipient’s institution. The objective of the research fellowship is to encourage innovative research in the field of diabetes. Applicants should have demonstrated their ability in the field of diabetes research and must be employed by a non-profit institution based in Europe or an associated country (for detailed country list, please see here).

Fellowship Applications

Applications can be submitted by early career scientists: scientists and clinicians at an early stage of their career, up to 7 years since completion of their most recent degree (PhD, MSc, or MD degrees). Eligibility can be extended for reasons such as maternity, paternity, illness, national service, clinical training, natural disasters, or asylum, if clearly described (further documentation may be requested at the discretion of EASD/EFSD). The time since the last degree may not exceed seven years before 1 January in the year the Fellowship is awarded.

Applicants must be a paid up member of EASD.

Preference will be given to individuals who have consistently pursued a well-defined and innovative research line, leading to publications in high impact peer reviewed journals.

Required documents include:

Research Plan - Fellowships (Rising Star)
Signatures and Declaration - Fellowships
Proof of institution’s non-profit status (bylaws or governing document)
Applicant’s biographical sketch (maximum 3 pages)
Collaborative Agreements
Letters of Support from current and/or future supervisors or mentors
List of abstracts for any current or pending support (if applicable)

Applications for this programme must be submitted in the EFSD programme portal. Follow the step-by-step instructions in the User Guide to complete and submit your application. Access the portal:

All applications must be prepared on the official application form in the EFSD programme portal and completed in strict accordance with the detailed instructions to be found there. Applications which do not comply with the instructions given in the application system will not be considered for review.

Please submit your application in the EFSD programme portal before 12:00 midday (CET) on the deadline date 17 February 2026.

Note: For this particular award, it is permissible to hold a second active award from EFSD. Completed applications will be evaluated by an independent scientific committee.

Schedule

Announcement: November 2025

Application Deadline: 17 February 2026

Anticipated Award: May 2026

AI based application success predictor

EFSD awards are peer reviewed by panels of international diabetes research experts, and competitive applications tend to share these strong predictors of success:

🔹 1. Clear Relevance to Diabetes Biology, Treatment or Complications

Proposals must focus on advancing fundamental understanding or clinical management of diabetes or related conditions, including mechanisms of disease, prevention, therapy, care delivery, or monitoring. europeandiabetesfoundation.org

Success tactic:
Frame projects around clear diabetes-specific questions and show how the results will move the field forward.

🔹 2. Scientific Innovation & Originality

EFSD reviewers look for novel hypotheses, innovative methods, or unique conceptual frameworks that extend beyond incremental research. Trialect

Success tactic:
Emphasise what makes your approach new and why this could change understanding or practice.

🔹 3. Rigorous Methodological Design & Feasibility

Strong study design — including appropriate statistical plans, well-defined outcomes, and feasible timelines within the requested funding period — is critical for credibility and score. Trialect

Success tactic:
Include clear workplans, milestones, and data analysis strategies that reviewers can assess easily.

🔹 4. Investigator Track Record & Institutional Support

Especially for Future Leaders and Young Investigator awards, panels weigh the candidate’s publication record, prior funding, leadership potential, and institutional backing. Novo Nordisk Fonden

Success tactic:
Document your diabetes research contributions and show evidence of supportive infrastructure or mentorship.

🔹 5. Alignment with Programme Goals

Each scheme has specific aims — e.g., long-term leadership for Future Leaders vs early research momentum for Rising Star or project relevance for basic/clinical grants. europeandiabetesfoundation.org

Success tactic:
Tailor applications to the particular objectives and eligibility criteria of the award you’re applying to.

🔹 6. Clarity & Quality of Proposal Writing

Clear, logically structured narratives that highlight significance, innovation, feasibility, and impact are easier for reviewers to score highly. Trialect

Success tactic:
Use straightforward language, defined aims, and a concise impact statement that connects to broader diabetes challenges.

🔹 7. Demonstrated Impact or Translation Plan

For clinical and translational grants, showing a credible path to impact — how findings will be used in practice or influence future research — strengthens competitiveness. europeandiabetesfoundation.org

Success tactic:
Articulate the potential for clinical application or translational uptake where applicable.

🧠 Practical Tips Before Applying

✔ Check eligibility and deadlines early — EFSD offers multiple programmes with varying requirements; the annual calendar (e.g., Feb/March deadlines) is published online. europeandiabetesfoundation.org
✔ Engage mentors and institutional support — strong letters and institutional commitment help for career awards.
✔ Connect to EASD membership where required (some awards require EASD membership). Novo Nordisk Fonden
✔ Align with strategic priorities — tailor aims to match EFSD calls (e.g., type 1 vs type 2 vs digital health themes).
✔ Use past funded projects as benchmarks — review recipients to understand typical scope and quality. europeandiabetesfoundation.org

📌 Summary: EFSD Success Factors

Predictor	Why It Matters
Diabetes relevance	Core mission of EFSD. europeandiabetesfoundation.org
Innovation & originality	Distinguishes proposals. Trialect
Methodological rigor	Ensures feasibility. Trialect
Investigator strength	Especially for career awards. Novo Nordisk Fonden
Programme alignment	Must fit specific award goals. europeandiabetesfoundation.org
Clarity & writing quality	Improves reviewer scoring. Trialect
Impact/translation	Enhances relevance for clinical grants.

Specialties

Diabetes

Eligibility Requirements

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: European Foundation for the Study of Diabetes

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: Rheindorfer Weg 3 40591 Düsseldorf

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