Surgical Investigator Program
Supports early career cardiothoracic surgeons in conducting innovative clinical and translational research to advance surgical therapies, procedures, and technologies.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | December 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per year for up to two years (maximum $100,000 total); two-year proposals preferred.
Summary: Supports early career cardiothoracic surgeons in conducting innovative clinical and translational research in surgical therapies, procedures, and technologies.
Key Information: Program opens September 1, 2026; deadline ends at 11:59pm Eastern on December 1, 2026.
Description
The Surgical Investigator Program, offered by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) Foundation, is designed to advance clinical and translational research by early career cardiothoracic surgeons. The program focuses on supporting research in areas such as quality and outcomes, as well as studies of new and innovative therapies, procedures, and technologies in cardiothoracic surgery. The goal is to foster advancements that can improve patient care and surgical practices.
