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Research Awards

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The Research awards are annual awards announced at the ASM in May of each year.

Applications open early in the new year with a mail drop announcement and all relevant information about the criteria and process for applications are posted on this webpage.

In 2026, applications open on 4th March and close at 5pm on 27th March.

Financial membership of at least 12 months is a pre-requisite.

Research Awards 2026

Award value: $20,000 Max. (GST excl.)

Applications open: 04 Mar 2026

Applications close: 27 Mar 2026

Research awards are available to support members of NZSSD to undertake research within the field of diabetes care and management.

These awards reflect the constitutional objectives of NZSSD by:

  • Encouraging, supporting and enabling high quality research in all aspects of diabetes
  • Giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by
    • Partnering with Māori health and/or research organisations
    • Increasing Māori participation in diabetes education and research
  • Improving health outcomes for people living with diabetes
  • Supporting education, training and research to advance clinical knowledge
  • Promoting development of best standard of practice in the management and education of diabetes
Please follow the guidelines provided (click the 'More Information' button below) and ensure your application is submitted online by 5pm on Friday March 27th, 2026.

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