The AUA offers a portfolio of mentored research training awards to recruit outstanding young investigators into urologic research and foster their career success. The Research Scholar Program, a premier funding opportunity, provides one- and two-year mentored training for clinical and postdoctoral fellows who are no more than five years beyond completing a doctorate or residency; and/or early career investigators who are in the first five years after beginning a faculty position. All applicants who are not AUA members at the time of proposal must apply for AUA membership if selected to receive a Research Scholar Award. Proof of AUA membership must be provided to the AUA Office of Research prior to funds being dispersed. Each applicant must have a primary mentor for the proposed research project. The proposal must be prepared by the applicant under the supervision and guidance of, but with minimal assistance provided by, the mentor(s). More than one mentor per project is both permitted and recommended if the project is highly translational or multidisciplinary. Listing of collaborators and/or consultants on the project is acceptable, and it is recommended that applicants upload a letter of support from them if applicable. While applicants may propose any type of research on any urologic disease or condition, the Urology Care Foundation encourages consideration of key gaps in research that have been identified in the AUA clinical guidelines and, if addressed, could ultimately have a significant impact on improving urology patient care. While the certain below areas of research are encouraged, they will not automatically confer any competitive advantage in the peer review of proposals. Additionally, research projects addressing factors relevant to the understanding and promotion of minority health and to the understanding and reduction of health disparities are encouraged to apply. Please visit the award's website for more information.