The SRSF Small Research Grant from the Sleep Research Society Foundation funds innovative early-stage sleep and circadian research by trainees and early career investigators.
Funder: Sleep Research Society Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per award; 1-year funding period; no indirect costs permitted.
Summary: Supports trainees and early career investigators in sleep and circadian research with seed funding for pilot and innovative projects.
Key Information: Applicants must be SRS, AASM, or dual members and have institutional affiliation at the time of application.
The SRSF Small Research Grant, offered by the Sleep Research Society Foundation, provides seed funding to support the research and training of trainees and early career investigators in the field of sleep and circadian science. The program aims to enable recipients to develop pilot data, pursue thesis work, or strengthen proposals for larger career development grants. Funding is intended for relatively inexpensive studies that can help launch or enhance a research career, especially for those who lack institutional resources or a sustained record of external funding.