[Society of Interventional Radiology](https://www.sirweb.org)

January 15, 2026 (5:00 PM EST)

Up to $25,000 for one year (planning/development phase only)

Supports the development of clinical research projects in interventional radiology, funding planning activities such as protocol and proposal preparation.

SIR membership required; not for data collection or study execution.

--- ## Description The Incubator Grant from the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Foundation is designed to advance clinical research in interventional radiology by supporting the planning and development phase of research projects. Funding is provided for the creation of essential research materials such as study protocols, federal or industry grant applications, and operations/training manuals. The grant does not support actual data collection or execution of the study, but rather the groundwork necessary to launch impactful clinical research. Projects prioritized by an SIR Foundation Research Consensus Panel (RCP) are especially encouraged, though proposals outside this process are also eligible. --- ## Due Dates - Application opens: April 1, 2025 - Application deadline: January 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EST Applicants will be notified of award decisions by early April 2026. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $25,000 - Grant duration: 12 months (1 year) - Funds are intended solely for project development and planning (not for data collection or study execution). - Institutional indirect costs, construction expenses, and secretarial/office expenses are not covered. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be an SIR member in good standing. - Must hold an MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent degree from an accredited institution in the US or Canada. - Open to US or Canadian citizens or permanent residents (documentation required). - Applicants on a visa must provide a letter from their department chair confirming support and completion of the project. - Applicants who have already received $250,000 or more in funding for the proposed study are ineligible. - Multi-PI applications are allowed, subject to institutional policy and with a designated contact PI. - SIR or SIR Foundation leadership (Board, Steering Council, Clinical Specialty Councilors, Chairs/Vice Chairs) are ineligible during their tenure. - Current SIR Foundation grant PIs must complete their existing grant (including final report) before applying for new funding. --- ## Application Process - Review the [2025 Incubator Grant guidelines](https://www.sirfoundation.org/media/ce1f3mrh/2025incubator-grant-guidelines.pdf) for detailed requirements. - Applications must be submitted via the [SIR Foundation online portal](https://apply.sirfoundation.org/prog/incubator_grant/). - Incomplete or non-compliant applications will be considered ineligible. - Required documentation may include institutional letters of support, proof of citizenship or residency, and, if applicable, department chair letters for visa holders. - Reporting: Interim Progress Report at 6 months; Final Progress Report within 60 days of project completion. - No cost extensions may be requested if needed. --- ## Additional Information - Recipients are encouraged to submit their work to the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) or the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting. - Alternative publication or presentation venues require written approval from the SIR Foundation Grants Team. - All presentations and publications must acknowledge SIR Foundation support. - The Foundation may adjust eligibility or timelines if a project is deemed an immediate research need. - Mentor support is available for SIR members via the [Mentor Match Program](https://connect.sirweb.org/mentoring). --- ## External Links - [Incubator Grant Program Page](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/incubator-grant/) - [Apply Online](https://apply.sirfoundation.org/prog/incubator_grant/) - [2025 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.sirfoundation.org/media/ce1f3mrh/2025incubator-grant-guidelines.pdf) - [Mentor Match Program](https://connect.sirweb.org/mentoring) - [SIR Foundation Grant FAQs](https://www.sirfoundation.org/about/faqs/) --- ## Contact Information | Department | Email | Phone | |-----------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------| | SIR Foundation Grants & Awards | [grants@sirfoundation.org](mailto:grants@sirfoundation.org) | (703) 691-1805 |

Incubator Grant - SIR Foundation

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