Medical Student Research Initiation Grant

_Note: If the grant application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be accepted the following business day. Please note: The Research Foundation of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons will not accept proposals submitted after the deadline._

The primary mission of the Research Foundation of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is to raise and award funds to support research and educational programs related to colon and rectal diseases. Over more than twenty years, the Research Foundation has awarded over $6 million to colorectal surgeons and researchers to investigate a broad spectrum of colorectal diseases and to develop novel surgical techniques pertinent to the care of colorectal patients. Your donations support research and educational programs related to colon and rectal disease.

Medical Student Research Initiation Grant

The Medical Student Research Initiation Grant provides opportunities for Medical Students to participate in clinical or laboratory-based research focused on diseases of the colon, rectum and anus.

Funding

$4,000 per year for 2-3 months devoted to research during the academic year.

• Award is given on a competitive basis.
• A maximum of 3 per year are given.
• MSRIG is for salary and living expenses only. Funds may not be used for other purposes.
• No other funding or salary support is allowed.
• During grant period, awardee is expected to not be engaged in any clinical activities.
• MSRIG is limited to “Direct Cost Only” budgets. Additional indirect costs will not be approved.

Eligibility

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

• Must be a Medical Student in a US or Canadian Medical School.
• Applicant must have designated time for research and no clinical responsibility.