The AHEAD Pathway Program at the UW Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) is designed for UW–Madison postdoctoral scholars conducting research related to improving health and well‑being for all. The program offers a robust combination of mentoring, community building, and career development. AHEAD supports scholars’ well-being while helping them build leadership and translational research skills. Two members of the Department of Pediatrics Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery were selected for the 2026–27 cohort of AHEAD Scholars: Jessica Perciaccante, PhD, research associate, (mentor Jingshing Wu, MD, PhD, assistant professor) and Sanjai Pillala, PhD, scientist I, (mentor Bikash Pattnaik, PhD, professor).