Grants

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 grant program presents 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.

If you have any questions, please contact Scott Walter at 1-630-571-7816 or Diane Georgelos at 1-630-590-7789.

Deadlines for Applications:

Education Grants
January 10

Research Grants
January 15

Medical Student Grant
February 1

Application Process: Applications are completed using the online Grant Application System, accessible from any of the grant pages below.

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 grant, please check your RSNA membership status, or if you are not yet a member, visit the Become a Member page.

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. Requires a minimum of 40% effort.

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. Requires a minimum of 50% effort.

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 an 10-week (minimum) research project, to be matched by the sponsoring department ($6,000 total), as a stipend for the medical student.

Education Grants

Education Scholar Grant	Application Deadline January 10	To provide funding opportunities for individuals with an active interest in radiologic education. One year grant of up to $75,000 USD for salary support and/or other project costs. In exceptional cases, grants for up to two years will be considered. *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

Roentgen Resident/Fellow
Research Award

Nomination
Deadline
April 1

To recognize and encourage residents and fellows who have played an active role in radiologic research during the past year. Participating North American residency programs receive an award plaque with room for each year’s nominee. The Foundation provides a personalized award for the department to present to the selected resident or fellow.

Funded Grants and Awards

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