Mary Anne Rizzolo Simulation Doctoral Research Award
Supports doctoral research that advances the science and practice of simulation in nursing education, aligning with NLN research priorities.
Funder: National League for Nursing
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (proposal open) | January 2027 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,500 award; one-year NLN student membership included; annual award.
Summary: Supports doctoral research advancing simulation in nursing education to enhance scholarly inquiry and the science of teaching.
Key Information: For PhD, EdD, or DNP students; proposal and IRB approval required; preference for NLN members.
Description
This annual award supports doctoral-level research (PhD, EdD, or DNP) focused on the use of simulation in nursing education. Its primary aim is to increase the quality and quantity of scholarly inquiry into simulation practices, advance the science of nursing education, and enhance the visibility of research sponsored by the National League for Nursing (NLN). Recipients are expected to conduct rigorous, simulation-based studies aligned with NLN's research priorities and disseminate their findings to the broader nursing education community.
