[Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation)

August 1, 2026

$50,000 total ($25,000 from SAEMF plus $25,000 departmental match) for one year

One-year mentored research grant for early-career emergency medicine scientists to develop research skills and obtain pilot data.

--- ## Description This grant provides one year of mentored research funding to support early-career scientists in emergency medicine. The primary goal is to help recipients obtain preliminary or pilot data to strengthen future research funding applications and to foster their academic and research careers. Awardees are expected to acquire foundational research skills, benefit from strong mentorship, and contribute to the advancement of emergency medicine research through presentations and publications. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Total award: $50,000 for one year - $25,000 from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation (SAEMF) - $25,000 in matching funds required from the awardee’s department --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: - Graduate of the SAEM Advanced Research Methodology Evaluation and Design Course. - Current "faculty" member of SAEM in good standing at the application deadline and throughout the award period. - Hold an advanced/doctoral or terminal degree (e.g., MD, DO, PhD, DSc, or equivalent). - Hold a university appointment in or be actively involved with a department/division of emergency medicine or pediatric emergency medicine at the start of the award period (adjunct appointments permitted). - Must not have previously received: - SAEMF ARMED Pilot Grant, - SAEMF Research Training Grant, - Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) grant with similar purpose, - Federally funded individual career development award (K-series, VA CDA), - Institutional training grant (K12, KL2, or similar), - Comparable research training grant from another entity. - Eligibility is reassessed at the time of award decision; applicants who receive disqualifying funding after submission may become ineligible. [Full eligibility criteria and detailed instructions](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants) --- ## Application Process - Applications open: May 1, 2026 - Review the [detailed instructions](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants) - Submit via the SAEMF grant portal by August 1, 2026 - Departmental matching funds are required as part of the application - Awardees must: - Attend the SAEM Annual Meeting during the award year - Submit interim and final progress reports - Present research findings at the SAEM Annual Meeting (abstract acceptance is competitive) - Publish a first-authored manuscript in a peer-reviewed journal within two years of completing the award [How to apply](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply) --- ## Additional Information - The award period begins July 1 each year. - Strong mentorship and a structured research plan are critical for a competitive application. - The grant is designed to position early-career emergency medicine researchers for future extramural funding and academic advancement. --- ## External Links - [Grant program page](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/what-we-fund/armed-pilot-grant) - [Eligibility criteria and detailed instructions](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants) - [How to apply](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply) - [Grants FAQ](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/saem-foundation-grant-portal-instructions/faqs) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [grants@saem.org](mailto:grants@saem.org) | | Phone | 847.257.7236 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact SAEM Foundation](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/contact-us) |

Advanced Research Methodology Evaluation and Design (ARMED) Pilot Grant

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