Seed Funding for Investigator-Initiated Research Project
Forecasted
The Foundation for SMFM's Seed Funding for Investigator-Initiated Research Project supports early-stage research in perinatal or obstetric health, focusing on improving care in low- and middle-income countries.
Funder: Foundation for SMFM
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000; one non-renewable award; funds are for pilot/seed research projects.
Summary: Supports investigator-initiated research in perinatal or obstetric health, with emphasis on advancing care in low- and middle-income countries.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and SMFM membership required; no institutional overhead allowed.
Description
This seed funding opportunity, part of the Queenan Global Health Awards from the Foundation for SMFM, provides up to $15,000 to support innovative investigator-initiated research projects in perinatal or obstetric health. The program specifically aims to advance care and outcomes in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) by enabling early-stage clinical or translational research that can serve as a foundation for larger grants. The award is designed to empower current and future leaders in obstetrics to address global disparities in maternal and perinatal health.
