This grant funds innovative nurse-led research to advance critical care nursing science and improve patient outcomes, supported by Sigma Theta Tau International and the AACN.
Funder: Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One award per year, up to $10,000 for a single project; funding typically supports a 1-year research period.
Summary: Supports research by nurses to advance critical care nursing practice, jointly funded by Sigma and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
This grant, co-sponsored by Sigma Theta Tau International and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), is designed to support qualified nurses in conducting research that advances the field of critical care nursing. The goal is to foster innovative projects that improve patient outcomes, contribute to nursing knowledge, and drive evidence-based practice in critical care settings. Funding is intended for research proposals directly relevant to critical care nursing practice.