The Chronic Pain Medicine Research Grant funds original research from ASRA Pain Medicine members to advance the science, safety, and clinical care of chronic pain.
Funder: American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | February 1, 2027 (Invited Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per award; project period up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports original research to advance the science and clinical practice of pain medicine, with a focus on improving patient care and safety.
Key Information: PI must be a North American physician member of ASRA Pain Medicine.
This grant supports innovative research projects that address key questions in chronic pain medicine, including treatment efficacy, intervention safety, and patient outcomes. The aim is to generate evidence that improves clinical care for individuals suffering from chronic pain. Supported research areas include basic, laboratory, and clinical sciences; outcomes and policy research; drug and protocol development; patient safety; and education. Projects should be original and primarily conducted by the applicant, with the potential to shape future approaches in regional anesthesia and pain management.