Combined Pilot Research Grants
The Combined Pilot Research Grants fund innovative early-stage research in plastic surgery and subspecialties to advance foundational science and support surgeon scientists.
Funder: Plastic Surgery Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 for 1-year pilot projects; no indirect costs or PI/Co-PI salary allowed.
Summary: Supports innovative pilot studies in plastic surgery and subspecialties to foster surgeon scientists and foundational research.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; eligibility and requirements vary by subspecialty partner—review specific guidelines.
Description
The Combined Pilot Research Grants, administered by The Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF) in partnership with leading subspecialty organizations (e.g., AAHS, AAPS, ACEPS, ASMS, ASPN, ASRM, CSPS, PSRC), are designed to support innovative, early-stage research in plastic surgery and its subspecialties. These grants aim to provide pilot funding for projects that lay the groundwork for larger, future studies and to promote the development of surgeon scientists. The initiative covers a range of focus areas, including hand surgery, academic plastic surgery, peripheral nerve research, microsurgery, maxillofacial surgery, and global health or education in plastic surgery.
