Forensic Pathology Advanced Training Grant
This grant funds a four-week, hands-on forensic pathology training rotation for pathology residents at accredited fellowship programs to develop practical skills and mentorship in the field.
Funder: College of American Pathologists Foundation
Due Dates: December 14, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 for a four-week forensic pathology rotation; supports travel and living expenses.
Summary: Four-week immersive grant for pathology residents to receive hands-on forensic pathology training and mentorship at accredited forensic fellowship programs.
Description
This grant provides pathology residents the opportunity to participate in a four-week immersive training rotation at an ACGME Accredited Forensic Fellowship Training Program. The experience is designed to address the ongoing physician shortage in forensic pathology by equipping participants with practical skills and mentorship. Residents receive hands-on instruction in forensic pathology, exposure to postmortem imaging, toxicology, ancillary testing, death scene investigation, and death certification. The program is supported by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS), the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME), and the NAME Foundation, and aims to foster a deeper understanding of the essential public health role of forensic pathology.
