TSF Research Award
Supports early-career cardiothoracic surgeons in innovative clinical or laboratory research to advance the field and generate preliminary data for future funding.
Funder: Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application deadline, TSF Research Award)
Funding Amounts: Up to $85,000/year for 2 years (TSF Research Award) | Up to $90,000/year for 2 years (STS Research Award designation)
Summary: Supports early-career cardiothoracic surgeons with original research projects to advance the field.
Description
The TSF Research Award is designed to provide initial funding and recognition to early-career cardiothoracic surgeons who have completed their formal training. The award supports original clinical or laboratory-based research projects that demonstrate potential for significant impact on cardiothoracic surgery. Funding is intended to cover direct project expenses, with a strong emphasis on feasibility, originality, and the likelihood of generating preliminary data for future funding applications. The top-ranked applicant may be designated as the STS Research Award recipient, which carries a higher funding limit.
