[Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation)

August 1, 2026 (full application due)

$150,000 total over 2 years ($75,000/year)

Supports emergency medicine faculty in conducting impactful, large-scale research projects to advance scientific knowledge and career development toward independent funding.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports emergency medicine faculty with substantial funding to conduct significant, large-scale research projects over a two-year period. The primary aims are to answer important scientific questions in emergency medicine, foster the professional growth of the awardee, and help recipients progress toward independent research careers with the potential to secure federal funding. Both mentored and independent research scientists are encouraged to apply, and multiple Principal Investigator (PI) applications are accepted. Awardees are expected to participate in the SAEM Annual Meeting, submit progress reports, present their findings, and publish results in peer-reviewed journals. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Application deadline (full application due) --- ## Funding Amount - Total award: $150,000 over two years ($75,000 per year) - Funding supports research expenses, career development, and activities necessary for advancing toward independent federal funding. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a faculty member of SAEM in good standing at both the application deadline and during the award period. - Must hold an advanced/doctoral or terminal degree (e.g., MD, DO, PhD, DSc, or equivalent). - Must have a university appointment in, or active involvement with, a department or division of emergency medicine or pediatric emergency medicine. - Cannot have previously received a SAEMF Large Project Grant. - Cannot have received an NIH R01 award or equivalent. - NIH K awardees (e.g., K08, K23, K12, KL2) are encouraged to apply. - Higher consideration given to late early-career and mid-career faculty with additional research training, a publication record, and some funding success. - Multiple PI applications permitted (requires a 1-page Multiple PI Plan). - Mentored and independent research scientist tracks are available; mentorship and collaboration are criteria for review. - Faculty without advanced training are encouraged to apply for the SAEMF Research Training Grant instead. --- ## Application Process - Review the [detailed eligibility criteria and instructions](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants). - Visit the [How to Apply](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply) page for submission guidelines and SAEMF policies. - Applications must be submitted through the SAEMF grant portal by the specified deadline. - Multiple PI applications must include a 1-page Multiple PI Plan. - For further questions, consult the [Grants FAQ](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/saem-foundation-grant-portal-instructions/faqs) or email grants@saem.org. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees must attend the SAEM Annual Meeting in both years of the award. - Interim and final progress reports are required. - Presentation of research results at the SAEM Annual Meeting is expected (acceptance is competitive). - Manuscript publication in a peer-reviewed journal (with awardee as first or senior author) is required within two years after the award period. --- ## External Links - [Program page and full details](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/what-we-fund/research-large-project-grant) - [Eligibility Criteria and Detailed Instructions](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/eligibility-criteria-and-detailed-instructions-for-saemf-grants) - [How to Apply](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/how-to-apply) - [Grants FAQ](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/apply-for-a-grant/saem-foundation-grant-portal-instructions/faqs) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Website | [SAEM Foundation](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation) | | Email | [grants@saem.org](mailto:grants@saem.org) | | Phone | 847.257.7236 | | Contact Page | [Contact SAEMF](https://www.saem.org/about-saem/academies-interest-groups-affiliates2/saem-foundation/contact-us) |

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