The mission of the PhRMA Foundation is to support young scientists in disciplines important to the pharmaceutical industry by awarding them competitive research fellowships and grants at a critical decision point at the outset of their careers. The aim is to encourage young scientists who will be the leaders of tomorrow to pursue careers in research and education related to drug discovery. The program will help to build a larger pool of highly trained top quality scientists to help meet the growing needs of scientific and academic institutions, government, and the research intensive pharmaceutical industry. The Foundation's program is of particular benefit to the pharmaceutical industry in serving its purpose of developing new life-saving, cost-effective medicines for patients all around the world.