Using Get With the Guidelines (GWTG) Clinical Registry Data to Address Gaps in Patient Care
This American Heart Association grant funds early career research using GWTG registry data to uncover and address gaps in cardiovascular and stroke patient care.
Funder: American Heart Association
Due Dates: December 4, 2026: Proposal deadline
Funding Amounts: $50,000 per award (1 year); up to 15 awards; includes up to 10% indirect costs and potential AWS credits for data analysis
Summary: Supports early career researchers in using GWTG registry data to address gaps in cardiovascular and stroke patient care through data-driven research.
Key Information: Attendance at two virtual training sessions is mandatory for eligibility.
Description
This grant program from the American Heart Association (AHA) is designed to empower early career researchers to leverage the Association’s Get With the Guidelines (GWTG) clinical registry data. The initiative supports innovative research projects that address critical gaps in the implementation of clinical care for cardiovascular disease and stroke patients. Awardees will gain access to comprehensive datasets covering atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart failure, and must conduct all analyses on the AHA’s secure Precision Medicine Platform. The program emphasizes hands-on data training, mentorship, and the formulation of novel, impactful research questions with the potential to advance evidence-based improvements in patient outcomes and care delivery.
