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

January 2027 (Full application deadline; projected)

Up to $20,000 per project for a 1-year period; no indirect costs or salary support.

Supports resident-led research advancing interventional radiology and patient care.

Only full-time radiology residents in accredited U.S. or Canadian programs are eligible.

--- ## Description This grant aims to foster research interest among radiology residents by supporting projects that advance interventional radiology and improve patient care. The program encourages innovation and the development of new therapies, providing funding for research that contributes to scientific knowledge and the training of future investigators. The Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Foundation emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and mentorship within the specialty. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027: Full application deadline (anticipated; projected, applications due Jan. 15 by 5:00 p.m. ET) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $20,000 per project - Duration: 12 months (1 year) - Funds may only be used for project-related supplies and equipment; salary support, institutional indirect costs, construction, and office expenses are not permitted. - Funds are distributed in one installment to the recipient’s institution. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited clinical radiology residency training program in the U.S. or Canada. - A designated project advisor/mentor is required for the duration of the project. - The residency program must commit a minimum of three months (not necessarily consecutive) for the resident to conduct the research. - Multi-PI applications are allowed if permitted by the applicant’s institution, but a contact PI must be identified. - Applicants may not receive concurrent support from other SIR Foundation research grant programs. - SIR or SIR Foundation leadership (Board of Directors, Steering Council, Clinical Specialty Council, or committee chairs/vice chairs) are not eligible during their tenure. - Previous SIR Foundation grant recipients must complete prior funding obligations before reapplying. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the SIR Foundation’s online portal ([apply.sirfoundation.org](https://apply.sirfoundation.org/)). - Required materials: - Research plan (using NIH-style format; 5-page limit for main sections) - Detailed project budget and justification - Letters of support from both the residency program director (confirming project merit and protected time) and the designated advisor (confirming mentorship and project value) - CV of the applicant and NIH-style biosketch for advisor and other investigators - Description of available resources and facilities - Documentation of IRB/IACUC approval if applicable - Applications must be in PDF format and complete by the deadline; incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed. - Review process includes preliminary scoring and discussion at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting, with final funding decisions made by the SIR Foundation Board. - Awardees are notified by early April. --- ## Additional Information - Recipients must devote at least 25% effort to the research project. - Interim (6-month) and final (within 60 days of project completion) progress reports are required. - No-cost extension (up to 2 months) may be requested with justification and required signatures. - Publications and presentations resulting from the grant should acknowledge SIR Foundation support and are encouraged to be submitted to JVIR or the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting. - SIR membership is encouraged but not required. - The SIR Mentor Match Program is available for applicants seeking a project advisor ([Mentor Match](https://connect.sirweb.org/mentoring)). --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://www.sirfoundation.org/get-funded/radiology-resident-research-grant/) - [2025 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.sirfoundation.org/media/cpxh2jys/2025radiology-resident-research-grant-guidelines.pdf) - [Application Portal](https://apply.sirfoundation.org/) - [Mentor Match Program](https://connect.sirweb.org/mentoring) - [SIR Foundation Research Opportunities](https://www.sirweb.org/research/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | SIR Foundation Grants Team | [grants@sirweb.org](mailto:grants@sirweb.org) | (703) 691-1805 | 3975 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 400 North, Fairfax, VA 22033, United States |

Radiology Resident Research Grant

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