Post-Doctoral Researchers

The Dr. Carolyn Baum Cognitive Function in Daily Life Mentor Award represents AOTF’s commitment to building research capacity through mentorship. By supporting experienced researchers in training emerging scientists, we ensure that Dr. Baum’s pioneering work in functional cognition continues to inspire discoveries that improve lives.

The Nedra Gillette Endowed Research Fellowship honors occupational therapy leaders who have advanced the profession’s scientific foundation. This prestigious fellowship provides critical foundational support for postdoctoral researchers conducting groundbreaking occupational therapy research, advancing scientific inquiry into the human condition, while building a more diverse and inclusive research workforce by supporting…

Nancy Talbot Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Applications Open: 01/05/2026 Application Deadline: 02/20/2026 Overview Building Diversity in Occupational Therapy Research In honor of Nancy Talbot, MEd, OTR, FAOTA, The Nancy Talbot Postdoctoral Research Fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in health sciences, advancing diversity and fostering the perspectives…