James S.T. Yao Resident Research Award
The James S.T. Yao Resident Research Award from the Society for Vascular Surgery honors exceptional unpublished vascular research by surgical trainees, focusing on disease biology and innovative therapies.
Funder: Society for Vascular Surgery
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 award plus a one-year subscription to the Journal of Vascular Surgery; recognition includes presentation at the Vascular Annual Meeting.
Summary: Recognizes unpublished, original vascular research by surgery residents or fellows, with winners presenting at the Vascular Annual Meeting.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change; check the program page for updates.
Description
The James S.T. Yao Resident Research Award, sponsored by the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation, aims to encourage early-career physicians—specifically general and vascular surgery residents and fellows—to pursue high-quality research in the biology of vascular disease and translational therapies. The award honors Dr. James S.T. Yao’s legacy and is intended to spotlight outstanding, original, and unpublished scientific work. The recipient is selected to present their research at the Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM), gaining national recognition and professional exposure.
