Alain Carpentier Honoring Our Mentors Program
The Alain Carpentier Honoring Our Mentors Program funds resident-led research in valvular heart disease, emphasizing innovative solutions and care for underserved or developing regions.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (Full application deadline, 11:59pm Eastern)
Funding Amounts: Up to $45,000 total for up to 2 years; second year contingent on progress.
Summary: Supports original translational and clinical research in valvular heart disease by surgical residents, with emphasis on underserved or developing regions.
Description
The Alain Carpentier Honoring Our Mentors Program, offered by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation, provides early-career surgical scientists with funding to conduct original translational and clinical research focused on advancing treatments for valvular heart disease. The program places particular emphasis on projects that address patient care challenges in developing countries or underserved communities within the United States. By fostering impactful research, the program aims to develop the next generation of cardiac surgeon-scientists and improve patient outcomes in cardiac surgery.
