The GEMA Research Pilot Grant from the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation supports junior researchers conducting mentored international emergency medicine projects.
Funder: Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 total for one year; covers travel and direct research costs only.
Summary: Supports junior researchers in international emergency medicine through mentored, collaborative projects abroad.
Key Information: Applicants must be early-career, SAEM and GEMA members, and propose at least 6 weeks of international fieldwork.
The Global Emergency Medicine Academy (GEMA) Research Pilot Grant, offered by the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation (SAEMF), is designed to accelerate the careers of junior investigators in international emergency medicine. The grant provides funding for mentored research projects conducted in collaboration with international partners, with a strong emphasis on field participation and hands-on research experience. Funding is intended to support travel and direct research costs, enabling recipients to contribute to larger or ongoing projects that address global health challenges within emergency medicine. The program fosters mentorship, international collaboration, and the development of future leaders in academic global emergency medicine.