Pilot Research Grants

The Pilot Research Grants by the Plastic Surgery Foundation aim to support residents and junior faculty in addressing focused research questions and obtaining preliminary data for future grant proposals. This initiative encourages innovative research concepts that have not yet received funding. Eligible applicants include MDs, DOs, or PhDs in full-time clinical or research positions, with funding up to $10,000 available for one-year pilot projects.

The PSF Pilot Research Grant is intended to support residents and junior faculty in their efforts to address focused research questions, obtain preliminary data to support larger grant proposals in the future and develop a line of research that can be carried forward into an academic career. This grant supports the preliminary or pilot phase of these research projects. Senior investigators are encouraged to use other funding mechanisms, but may apply for this grant if they are proposing a new research concept or novel idea for which no prior funding has been obtained.

Eligibility

Applicants must:be a MD, DO, or PhD
hold a full-time clinical or research position where the research will be conducted.
be an Active, Candidate, International, or Associate member of ASPS or obtain sponsorship from an Active ASPS member at your institution.This is a requirement if you are currently in your training.
For multiple PIs, a sponsor is required for only the applying PI.
ASPS Associate Members may apply with an identified ASPS Sponsor.
You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. An applicant must be an Active, Candidate, International, or Associate member of ASPS or obtain sponsorship from an Active ASPS member at your institution. This is a requirement if you are currently in your training and for multiple PIs - a sponsor is required for only the applying PI. ASPS Associate Members may apply with an identified ASPS Sponsor.