For students currently enrolled in doctoral programs at the Donnelly Centre
The Dr. Araz Sarchami Doctoral Research Award is presented to one graduate student currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the University of Toronto and conducting research in a lab located in the Donnelly Centre.
Selection is based on research excellence and the applicant’s contributions to research at the intersection of medicine and engineering. The applicant’s stage of graduate study will also be taken into consideration.
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 PM EST on Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Submit your completed application package to: ccbr.info@utoronto.ca (include "Sarchami Award" in the subject line) or 160 College St, Room 230.
Research Project and Interests (maximum 300 words - must fit into two pages with figures)
*Letter of Recommendation from Current Faculty Supervisor (e-mailed directly toccbr.info@utoronto.cawith applicant's name in the subject line)
Applicants must combine items 1–3 into a single PDF, in the order listed, and submit it using the following file-naming convention: 2026_Sarchami_Your Name.pdf
*The Letter of Recommendation must be submitted separately and sent directly by the applicant’s current faculty supervisor to ccbr.info@utoronto.ca. Include the applicant's name in the subject line.
Award Conditions
Applicants must be enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the University of Toronto and supervised by a member of the Donnelly Centre faculty. There are no restrictions with respect to citizenship or year of study.
Support is for one academic year and non‐renewable.
