Pilot Research Grant
Supports early-stage, innovative research projects in interventional radiology to generate preliminary data for future national grant applications.
Funder: Society of Interventional Radiology
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Proposal development form) | September 20, 2026 (Pre-review application) | January 15, 2027 (Final application, 5:00 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: Up to $35,000 for a one-year project; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports early-stage research in interventional radiology to generate preliminary data for future national funding applications.
Key Information: SIR membership required; open to full-time IR faculty or postdocs (MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent) at U.S. or Canadian institutions.
Description
This program funds pilot or seed research projects in interventional radiology, aiming to generate preliminary data that can justify or strengthen subsequent applications to national peer-reviewed funding agencies. The grant is designed to support both new and established faculty, including those with limited research experience, and encourages innovative approaches that advance interventional radiology and patient care. Projects may explore novel imaging techniques, interventions, or clinical questions relevant to the field.
