Grant Programs - Next Deadline, Jan/Feb 2010

The RSNA R&E Foundation research grants encourage careers in the radiologic sciences and bring recognition to previously undiscovered investigators, enabling them to develop research experience, strengthen research techniques and methods, and prepare for future major grant applications. The education grants present opportunities to develop interest and expertise in radiologic education, provide specialty training for fellows, encourage improvement in health sciences education, and promote career advancement for a new generation of teachers and academic leaders in radiology.

Deadline for Applications:

• Research Grants: January 15
• Education Grants: January 10
• Medical Student Grant: February 1
  

Application Process: Applications are completed online using the Online Grant Application System. A printed, signed copy must be received in the Foundation office on or before the posted deadline date. Click here to begin the application process. 

New Eligibility Criterion: All grant applicants must be RSNA members (at any level) at the time of application. If you are considering applying for a 2010 grant, please check your RSNA membership status, or, if you are not yet a member, visit the RNSA membership site to become a member today.

Questions? Please contact Scott Walter at (630) 571-7816, swalter@rsna.org, or Diane Georgelos at (630) 590-7789, dgeorgelos@rsna.org.

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Click the links below for more details and to view current and past recipients

Research Grants

Research Scholar Grant	Application Deadline January 15	To support junior faculty members who have completed the conventional resident/fellowship training programs but have not yet been recognized as independent investigators. $75,000 annually for 2 years ($150,000 total) to be used as salary support for the Scholar.
Research Resident/Fellow Grant	Application Deadline January 15	To provide young investigators not yet professionally established in the radiologic sciences an opportunity to gain further insight into scientific investigation and to develop competence in research techniques and methods. $30,000 for a 1-year Research Resident project or $50,000 for a 1-year Research Fellow project, to be used for salary and/or non-personnel research expenses.
Research Seed Grant *	Application Deadline January 15	To enable investigators throughout the world to gain experience in defining objectives and testing hypotheses in preparation for major grant applications to corporations, foundations and governmental agencies. Up to $40,000 United States Dollars (USD) for a 1-year project to support the preliminary or pilot phase of scientific projects. *Open to International Applicants
Research Medical Student Grant	Application Deadline February 1	To make radiology research opportunities possible for medical students, and to encourage them early in their medical careers to consider academic radiology as an option for their future. $3,000 for a 3-month research project, to be matched by the sponsoring department ($6,000 total), as a stipend for the medical student.

Education Scholar Grant * Revised for 2010 Reduced restrictions on eligibility, project scope, and budget.	Application Deadline January 10	To provide funding opportunities for individuals with an active interest in radiologic education. Up to $75,000 USD  annually for one or two years ($150,000 USD maximum) for salary support and/or other project costs. *Open to International Applicants
RSNA/AUR/APDR/SCARD Radiology Education Research Development Grant *	Application Deadline January 10	To encourage innovation and improvement in health sciences education by providing research opportunities to individuals in pursuit of advancing the science of radiology education. Up to $10,000 USD for a 1-year project. *Open to International Applicants