CRNA Scholars (Post-Doctoral/Doctoral CRNAs for Research and/or Clinical Projects)

Overview

CRNA Scholars (Post-Doctoral/Doctoral CRNAs for Research and/or Clinical Projects)

The mission of the AANA Foundation is to advance the science of anesthesia through education and research. One of the goals of the AANA Foundation is to support new and seasoned investigators in nurse anesthesia through research and/or clinical doctoral/post-doctoral CRNA Scholars. This program is designed to develop researchers in nurse anesthesia.

CRNA Scholar funding opportunities are available to CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists currently enrolled in an educational program. The applicant must be the individual using the funds for the project, and must discuss the research’s relevance to the mission of the AANA Foundation.

Research Topics

The AANA Foundation sets a broad research agenda that includes the following areas:

* Healthcare policy
* Science of anesthesia
* Education
* Practice/Clinical
* Leadership
* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

* CRNA Scholars are awarded to AANA member CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists only.
* Award recipients MUST provide IRB/IACUC approval or exemption documentation (or attestation that IRB is not applicable) within 12 months of award notification if it is not included with the online application.
* We will notify all applicants of award status approximately three months after the application’s submission deadline.
* Your application must include a statement about your current status regarding IRB/IACUC approval.
* All doctoral and post-doctoral CRNA Scholar applicants must retain an academic advisor to mentor them while conducting research.

_You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member._

Ineligibility

* SRNAs/RRNAs are ineligible.
* The Foundation’s limited funds are based on contributions.
* As a result, our revised policy is to not fund travel, tuition or other educational expenses, which in turn enables us to provide more evidence-based support.
* Funds will not be given for research that has already been completed.