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

June 2026 (Nomination for 2027 award)

Complimentary registration, transportation, and lodging for SIR's Annual Meeting (no direct research funding).

Recognizes individuals whose innovations have significantly advanced interventional radiology practice or economics.

--- ## Description The Leader in Innovation Award honors individuals who have conceptualized and implemented innovations—such as devices, techniques, clinical practice models, or approaches—that have had a substantial positive impact on the practice of interventional radiology (IR). The award aims to celebrate and promote the tradition of innovation within IR, highlighting contributions that improve patient care or practice economics. Recipients are recognized at the Society of Interventional Radiology's Annual Meeting. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated next deadline:** Nominations are expected to be due in June 2026 for the 2027 award cycle. - All nominations received in the three years prior to the deadline are considered for the upcoming award. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The award includes: - Complimentary registration to the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Annual Meeting - Paid transportation and lodging for the meeting - No direct research funding or cash prize is provided. --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must be a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR). - Nomination by a colleague is required; self-nominations are not accepted. - All nominations submitted within the last three years are considered for the next award. - Individuals currently serving in SIR or SIR Foundation leadership roles are not eligible during their tenure. - Previous recipients are not eligible for repeat awards. --- ## Application Process - Submit a nomination via the [online nomination form](https://www.tfaforms.com/5106973). - Required information includes: - Nominator and nominee details - Confirmation of SIR membership - Description (≤500 words) of the innovation and its impact on interventional radiology - Nominations must be received by the anticipated June deadline. - Deadlines apply regardless of weekends or holidays. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees are selected based on the significance and impact of their innovation on IR practice or patient care. - Past recipients include leading figures in the field; see the [list of previous recipients](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/leader-in-innovation-award/#previous-recipients). - The award is presented at the SIR Annual Meeting. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & How to Apply](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/leader-in-innovation-award/) - [Nomination Form](https://www.tfaforms.com/5106973) - [Eligibility Details](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/leader-in-innovation-award/#eligibility) - [Past Recipients](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/leader-in-innovation-award/#previous-recipients) - [SIR Foundation Awards FAQ](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/grant-award-review-faq/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |--------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------| | SIR Foundation Grants & Awards | [grants@sirfoundation.org](mailto:grants@sirfoundation.org) | (703) 691-1805 |

Leader in Innovation Award

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