G. Alexander Patterson Surgical Investigator
The G. Alexander Patterson Surgical Investigator grant funds early-career surgeon-scientists researching thoracic and transplant surgery, supporting innovation and discovery through the AATS Foundation.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | December 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per year for up to two years; two-year proposals are preferred.
Summary: Supports early-career cardiothoracic surgeon-scientists advancing research in thoracic and transplant surgery.
Key Information: Applicants are considered for all AATS Foundation Surgical Investigator awards with one application.
Description
The G. Alexander Patterson Surgical Investigator Program, offered by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation, provides research funding for early-career cardiothoracic surgeon-scientists. The program aims to drive innovation and improve patient care in thoracic and transplant surgery by supporting promising investigators through competitive research scholarships. As part of the AATS Foundation’s Surgical Investigator series, this opportunity is designed to foster scientific discovery and the development of future leaders in the specialty.
