The ABA-FAER Research in Education Grant funds faculty research to evaluate ABA certification programs and promote diversity in anesthesiology education, supported by the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research.
Funder: Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Letter of Intent) | February 2027 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total over two years; 40% protected research time required
Summary: Supports faculty-led research to advance anesthesiology education, with emphasis on evaluating ABA certification programs and promoting diversity and inclusion.
Key Information: Letter of Intent required before full application; faculty of any rank eligible.
This opportunity, co-sponsored by the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER) and the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), funds research that advances the science and practice of anesthesiology education. The program prioritizes projects evaluating the value and impact of ABA certification programs—including initial certification, Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology (MOCA), and the staged examination system—and encourages proposals with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The grant provides resources and mentorship for anesthesiologist faculty to develop and execute research that may utilize ABA data, assessment tools, or primary data collection to improve educational outcomes in the field.