ABSTRACT
Objective:By summarizing and analyzing the data of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) for distinguished young scholars in the department of health science, this paper provides support and reference for the organization and management of talent projects in related institutions to better serve the growth of young talents in medical field.Methods:Based on the data of distinguished young scholars projects approved from 2011 to 2020, this paper explored the characteristics of the projects in the department of health science. Information about the research field, institution distribution, age and gender of the principle investigator, and the situation of hosted projects were analyzed, main challenges were summarized to propose possible measurements for improvement.Results:The overall funding rate of distinguished young scholars projects in the department of health science is relatively low and more competitive. The growth of medical talents takes longer, more support and further attention is needed.Conclusions:The organization of the distinguished young scholars project in health science needs to respect the characteristics and development nature of medicine, at the same time, strengthen multi-dimensional configuration and management, and create a soft environment conducive to the growth of outstanding medical talents.