Diplomate Research Grant Program
Diplomate Research Grant Program supports ACVS Diplomates studying surgical problems through novel concepts, methods, instruments, or interventions to improve surgical care through evidence-based decisions.
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Funder: ACVS Foundation
Due Dates: January 15, 2027, at 11:59 pm ET (Application) | January 8, 2027 (Workshop completion)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per grant stated for 2026; studies designed for completion within one year
Summary: Supports ACVS Diplomates researching surgical problems through novel concepts, methodologies, instrumentation, or interventions.
Key Information: Applicants must complete the required Research Grant Application Workshop within two years of submission and at least one week before the deadline.
Description
The ACVS Foundation’s Diplomate Research Grant Program supports innovative studies addressing surgical problems through novel theoretical concepts, methodologies, instrumentation, or interventions. Its goal is to improve the quality of surgical care through evidence-based decision making. The program is intended for ACVS Diplomates, with studies designed for completion within one year.
The Foundation has supported research for more than 25 years and has funded over $2 million in research grants. Across its Diplomate and Surgery Resident Research Grant Programs, it aims to make $200,000 available annually. The ACVS Research Committee evaluates proposals and recommends projects to the ACVS Board of Regents for approval.
