Grant Programs - Applications Now Being Accepted for 2009 Grants

The RSNA R&E Foundation research grants encourage careers in the radiologic sciences and bring recognition to previously undiscovered investigators, enabling them to develop research experience, strengthen research techniques and methods, and prepare for future major grant applications. The education grants present opportunities to develop interest and expertise in radiologic education, provide specialty training for fellows, encourage improvement in health sciences education, and promote career advancement for a new generation of teachers and academic leaders in radiology.

Deadline for Applications:

• Research Grants: January 15
• Education Grants: January 10
• Medical Student Grant: February 1
  

Application Process: Applications are completed online using the Online Grant Application System. A printed, signed copy must be received in the Foundation office on or before the posted deadline date. Proceed to the Online Grant Application System

Questions? Please contact Scott Walter at (630) 571-7816, swalter@rsna.org, or Diane Georgelos at (630) 571-7789, dgeorgelos@rsna.org.

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Click the links below for more details and to view current and past recipients

Research Grants

Research Scholar Grant	Application Deadline January 15	To support junior faculty members who have completed the conventional resident/fellowship training programs but have not yet been recognized as independent investigators. $75,000 annually for 2 years ($150,000 total) to be used as salary support for the Scholar.
Research Resident/Fellow Grant	Application Deadline January 15	To provide young investigators not yet professionally established in the radiologic sciences an opportunity to gain further insight into scientific investigation and to develop competence in research techniques and methods. $30,000 for a 1-year Research Resident project or $50,000 for a 1-year Research Fellow project, to be used for salary and/or non-personnel research expenses.
Research Seed Grant*	Application Deadline January 15	To enable investigators throughout the world to gain experience in defining objectives and testing hypotheses in preparation for major grant applications to corporations, foundations and governmental agencies. Up to $30,000 for a 1-year project to support the preliminary or pilot phase of scientific projects. *Open to International Applicants
Research Medical Student Grant	Application Deadline February 1	To make radiology research opportunities possible for medical students, and to encourage them early in their medical careers to consider academic radiology as an option for their future. $3,000 for a 3-month research project, to be matched by the sponsoring department ($6,000 total), as a stipend for the medical student.

Education Scholar Grant*	Application Deadline January 10	To fund individuals in radiology or related disciplines who are seeking an opportunity to develop their expertise in radiologic education. The overall goal of this program is to develop teachers in radiology who can effectively share their knowledge with the radiology community. $75,000 annually for 2 years ($150,000 total) to be used for part-time salary support and educational purposes. *Open to International Applicants
Education Seed Grant	Application Deadline January 10	To provide funding opportunities for individuals with an active interest in radiologic education. Up to $30,000 for a 1-year project to support the preliminary or pilot phase of education projects.
Fellowship Training Grant	Application Deadline January 10	To provide specialty training to young physicians who are not yet professionally established in the radiologic sciences. $50,000 salary support for 1 year.
RSNA/AUR/APDR/SCARD Radiology Education Research Development Grant	Application Deadline January 10	To encourage innovation and improvement in health sciences education by providing research opportunities to individuals in pursuit of advancing the science of radiology education. Up to $10,000 for a 1-year project.