Research Foundation of the ASCRS: Limited Project Grant

The Research Foundation of the ASCRS offers the Limited Project Grant to support innovative research in colon and rectal surgery. With funding up to $25,000 for one year, this grant aims to foster investigator-initiated, hypothesis-driven projects conducted in the U.S. or Canada. Successful applicants may secure further funding from national agencies. ASCRS membership is required for principal investigators, ensuring a dedicated approach to advancing colorectal health and surgical techniques.

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 Limited Project Grant is offered in even numbered years.
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.
Limited Project Grant (LPG)
The Limited Project Grant provides investigators the opportunity to pursue research interest, specifically germane to the field of colon and rectal surgery. It is anticipated that successful research projects, initially funded through the Research Foundation’s LPG mechanism, will ultimately secure funding from other national funding agencies.
Funding
Up to $25,000 for 1 year.
LPG need not be given every year.LPG award may be funded in whole or in part.No consortium/contractual arrangements will be allowed with collaborating organizations.Salary support for the Primary Investigator is not permitted.LPG funding is limited to “Direct Cost Only” budgets. Additional indirect costs will not be approved.

Eligibility

The proposed research must be investigator-initiated, hypothesis-drivenThe proposed research must be conducted within the United States or CanadaASCRS members must be co-principal investigators or principal investigatorsPrior to submitting your application, any proposed research that includes human or animal studies must have approval from the institutions appropriate review board.