Center for Imaging Research (CIR) Pilot Award Program
MCW's CIR Pilot Award funds early-stage imaging research using CIR resources to help researchers collect preliminary data and boost competitiveness for external grants.
Funder: Medical College of Wisconsin
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Up to $6,250 per award; at least 8 awards annually; project duration up to 12 months
Summary: Supports preliminary imaging research at MCW to help researchers collect data and improve competitiveness for external grants.
Key Information: Only MCW employees eligible; CIR resource use required for project.
Description
The Center for Imaging Research (CIR) Pilot Award Program at the Medical College of Wisconsin provides seed funding for innovative imaging research projects that leverage CIR resources. The program is designed to enable researchers to collect preliminary data and demonstrate feasibility, strengthening applications for external (extramural) grant funding. By supporting early-stage projects, the award fosters multidisciplinary collaboration among imaging scientists and clinicians and helps expand the use of advanced imaging technologies in biomedical research.
