R&E Foundation
Grant Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for R&E Foundation research and education grants with deadlines in January and February 2027.
The Foundation is committed to supporting researchers who are advancing transformative work in areas that would benefit from greater attention and fresh perspectives. To encourage innovation where it is needed most, applicants are invited to seek funding for projects focused on any of the following areas:
- Radiology efficiency, opportunities for improvement, and their positive and negative impacts
- Enhancing diagnostic value of routine imaging, screening and incidental findings in community health
- Imaging in vulnerable populations, including pediatrics
- Increasing access and efficiency—doing more with less
- Precision medicine—theranostics
In addition to the areas listed above, applicants are still encouraged to submit investigator-initiated proposals across all fields of radiology and its related disciplines for any of the following grants:
- Research Scholar Grant: Supports junior faculty launching independent research careers.
- Resident/Fellow Research Grant: Supports trainees pursuing radiology research.
- Research Seed Grant: Helps investigators generate preliminary data for future funding.
- Medical Student Research Grant: Introduces medical students to radiology research and academic careers.
- Derek Harwood-Nash International Education Scholar Grant: Supports international radiologic education projects.
- Education Project Award: Supports innovative radiology education initiatives.
Researchers at all career stages are encouraged to apply.
Questions? Contact Keshia Osley, Assistant Director, Grants Administration, at 1-630-571-7816 or grants@rsna.org.
Learn more about funding opportunities.
Make Your Impact Visible at RSNA 2026
A gift to the R&E Foundation does more than advance radiology research and education. It fuels innovation, supports the next generation of imaging professionals and helps strengthen the future of our specialty. Your generosity also deserves recognition. Foundation donors are recognized for their commitment to advancing medical imaging and improving patient care around the world. Donors who contribute $400 or more will receive access to the Donor Suite during the annual meeting.
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