This award recognizes PhD scientists and engineers for innovative basic or preclinical research advancing interventional radiology, with recipients honored at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting.
Funder: Society of Interventional Radiology
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (abstract submission) | November 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to 3–4 recipients per cycle; each receives $1,000 travel stipend, complimentary SIR Annual Meeting registration, and certificate.
Summary: Recognizes PhD scientists and engineers for outstanding basic and preclinical research in interventional radiology.
Key Information: Only abstracts accepted for oral presentation at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting are eligible.
The Research Scientist Award honors the significant achievements of PhD scientists and engineers engaged in basic and preclinical research relevant to interventional radiology. This award, presented by the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Foundation, aims to highlight excellence and innovation at all training levels, encouraging impactful research that advances the field. Awardees are recognized at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting for their accepted oral presentations.