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

August 1, 2026: Full application submission deadline (application period opens May 1, 2026)

$5,000 for a one-year resident research project; single-year funding.

Supports emergency medicine residents to conduct impactful, mentored research projects completed within one year to advance emergency care and research skills.

--- ## Description This grant supports emergency medicine residents in conducting focused, self-limited research projects—clinical or educational—that can be completed within one year. The goal is to foster interest in emergency medicine research, enhance research skills, and contribute to the improvement of emergency care. Each project must be guided by a faculty research mentor, and awardees are expected to share their findings at the SAEM Annual Meeting and submit a manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal. The grant aligns with the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation’s mission to develop future leaders in emergency medicine research. --- ## Due Dates - Application period opens: May 1, 2026 - Full application submission deadline: August 1, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 total award per resident project - Funding is for a one-year period, typically starting July 1 --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be a current member of SAEM in good standing at the time of application and throughout the award period. - Must be an emergency medicine resident in good standing in an ACGME-accredited emergency medicine residency program. - Applicants must not have previously received an SAEMF/RAMS Research Grant. - A faculty research mentor is required; a letter of support from the mentor must accompany the application and describe planned mentoring activities. - Multiple PI applications are permitted if both trainees are from the same institution (requires a one-page Multiple PI Plan). - Medical student and resident applicants may submit a CV instead of a biosketch. --- ## Application Process - Review the [detailed instructions and eligibility criteria](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants). - Prepare your application, ensuring you have a faculty mentor and all required documentation. - Submit your application through the SAEM Foundation grant portal during the open period. - See the [How to Apply page](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply) for submission instructions and policies. - For common questions, consult the [Grants FAQ](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/saem-foundation-grant-portal-instructions/faqs) or contact the grants office. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees are expected to: - Attend the SAEM Annual Meeting during the award year. - Submit interim and final progress reports. - Submit an abstract for presentation at the SAEM Annual Meeting (acceptance not guaranteed). - Publish a first-authored manuscript in a peer-reviewed journal within two years of award completion. - Selection criteria include applicant qualifications, mentorship, educational merit, significance to emergency medicine, innovation, methodology, institutional support, and budget appropriateness. - The SAEMF Board of Trustees may update grant criteria or processes at their discretion. --- ## External Links - [Grant Program Page](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/what-we-fund/dr-gregory-henry-rams-resident-research-grant) - [Detailed Instructions and Eligibility](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) - [SAEM Foundation Main Page](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation) - [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 | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [grants@saem.org](mailto:grants@saem.org) | | Phone | 847.257.7236 | | Online contact form | [SAEMF Contact Page](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/contact-us) |

Dr. Gregory L. Henry / RAMS Resident Research Grant

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