Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) Research Grant

Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: October 03, 2025

Summary

The Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) Research Grant aims to enhance research capabilities in family medicine by funding practicing family physicians. This initiative invites applicants to propose innovative research projects that can be completed within a year, with each scholar receiving a $40,000 grant. Preference is given to those with limited research experience, fostering new evidence and effective models in primary care settings.

Overview

NOTE: Application submissions are divided into two competitive rounds. All complete Round 1 submissions will be reviewed, and four finalists will be selected and invited to participate and submit a Round 2 application. Family Medicine Discovers Rapid Cycle Scientific Discovery and Innovation (FMD RapSDI) How FMD RapSDI WorksFMD RapSDI supports short-term innovative and high-impact research projects led by practicing family physicians. No previous research experience is required. Physicians selected as FMD RapSDI Scholars will serve as Principal Investigators for their projects and will receive support and mentorship from AAFP NRN and DARTNet Institute staff to develop and refine a research protocol, perform project activities, and conduct data analysis. Scholars have the opportunity to participate in one or more research conferences/meetings and author a manuscript in a peer-reviewed journal. Funding Two practicing family physicians will be selected as 2025 FMD RapSDI scholars. Each scholar receives a $40,000 grant for project associated costs and/or to offset time/salary required to conduct research. The AAFP Foundation does not provide grant funds for indirect or overhead costs, including facility and administration costs.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicant requirements:AAFP member Practicing family physician Any stage of career, post-residency Willing to serve as Principal Investigator (PI) of proposed project over 12-month timelineProposed project requirements:Topic or clinic-inspired question should be relevant to family medicine, and generalizable or scalable. Project scope feasible to achieve in less than 12 months and within available budget ($40,000). You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.