AAOGF/SASGOG Pilot Grant
Forecasted
The AAOGF/SASGOG Pilot Grant funds early-career academic physicians to conduct innovative pilot research in general obstetrics and gynecology, fostering mentorship and future research development.
Funder: American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 for a one-year pilot project; non-renewable; one award per cycle
Summary: Supports early-career academic physicians in obstetrics and gynecology to generate preliminary research data and build mentorship for future mentored awards.
Key Information: No indirect costs allowed; strong preference for non-subspecialty research; under-represented groups encouraged to apply.
Description
The AAOGF/SASGOG Pilot Grant is a collaborative initiative by the American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Foundation (AAOGF) and the Society of Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG). It is designed to support early-career academic physicians in obstetrics and gynecology by providing $25,000 for a one-year pilot project. The grant aims to help recipients generate preliminary research data and develop strong mentor relationships, laying the groundwork for future mentored awards such as the AAOGF Physician Scientist Award or NIH K-series grants. The program encourages innovative, investigator-initiated research in general obstetrics and gynecology, particularly in non-subspecialty areas, and fosters career development within academic medicine.
