Danone North America Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotics Fellowship Grant

Danone North America awards two graduate students grants of $25,000 each to support excellence in science with an interest in studying the gut microbiome, probiotics and/or yogurt in human health and wellness. Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that explore measures of human health and wellness, focusing on topics such as brain function, growth and development, digestive health, weight management, or heart health; and factors that influence the gut microbiome. The grant is designed for research on health and wellness, long-term health and longevity, growth and development, or performance—not for disease treatment or clinical management. Only research proposals utilizing in vitro and ethical human clinical studies are accepted, as Danone does not rely on animal testing. Research cannot employ commercial probiotic strains; only publicly available, non-commercial strains are acceptable. The award may be applied towards tuition or research-related projects and will be paid directly to the student's educational institution to support continued education during the 2024-2025 academic year.