The AACN Impact Research Grant funds nurse-led research to advance evidence-based practice and patient outcomes in high-acuity and critical care, supported by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
Funder: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
Due Dates: October 2, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to three grants awarded annually, each up to $50,000 for a two-year project.
Summary: Supports innovative, clinically relevant research to advance evidence-based high acuity and critical care nursing.
Key Information: PI must be an AACN member with a master's degree or doctoral candidacy.
The AACN Impact Research Grant is designed to support nurse-driven research that addresses gaps in high-acuity and critical care nursing. Funded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), this grant aims to generate new knowledge through systematic inquiry, ultimately informing evidence-based practice and improving patient outcomes in critical care settings. Projects should align with AACN’s research priorities, such as technology use, symptom management, healthy work environments, and the optimal contribution of critical care nurses.