Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement Grant

Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Pediatric Surgical Association
Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Summary

The Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement, presented by the American Pediatric Surgical Association, honors an individual whose significant contributions have transformed pediatric surgery practices. This prestigious award recognizes enduring changes in clinical management that are widely accepted by pediatric surgeons as standard. Nominations are required for this award, which showcases the commitment of APSA to advancing surgical care for children through advocacy and education.

Overview

Note: The award is by nomination. About APSA The American Pediatric Surgical Association is the nation’s largest professional organization dedicated to the pediatric surgical specialty. APSA Mission To provide the best surgical care to our patients and families by supporting an inclusive community through education, discovery and advocacy. Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement The APSA Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement recognizes a seminal contribution by an individual who has made a major impact on pediatric surgery. His or her contributions have resulted in a major change in how pediatric surgeons manage a particular problem, and the results have been demonstrated to be durable with time and widely accepted by pediatric surgeons as “standard practice.” The Award was created by the APSA Board of Governors and is presented at their discretion.

Eligibility

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