ASTRO Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant

The ASTRO Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant aims to advance the research careers of residents and fellows focusing on radiation oncology through funding basic, translational, and clinical research. It encourages innovative projects that enhance patient care and improve health care delivery, including cancer research and understanding radiation effects on tissues. This grant is supported by the American Society for Radiation Oncology, which seeks to foster impactful research in this vital medical field.

Purpose
To foster and develop the research careers of residents and fellows interested in radiation oncology related basic, translational and/or clinical research.
Scope of Research
Any area of research that has the potential to advance the radiation oncology field. Specific areas of interest may include, but are not limited to:
Basic, translational, and clinical research in the radiation therapy sciences.Projects in which innovative techniques, new methods or special equipment leading to better patient care are developed.Aspects of health care planning and delivery, including outcome evaluation studies (i.e., health services research-related activities).Development of programs in health education relevant to the radiation therapy sciences.Research to improve understanding of radiation effects on normal tissues,Projects to better understand the pathogenesis of cancer cells alone and in the context of the tumor microenvironment.

Eligibility

You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. The applicant must be a current and active ASTRO member, or have submitted an application for ASTRO membership, as of the due date of the proposal. If selected, the PI will be required to maintain their membership throughout the duration of the grant. At least one mentor must be an active member of ASTRO.