TSF Research Award
This grant funds early-career cardiothoracic surgeons to pursue innovative research projects that advance the science and practice of cardiothoracic surgery.
Funder: Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $85,000 per year for up to 2 years (TSF Research Award); up to $90,000 per year for up to 2 years (STS Research Award designation)
Summary: Supports early-career cardiothoracic surgeons in original research projects with strong potential for advancing the field and generating future funding.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 7 years of first faculty appointment and certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (or equivalent).
Description
The TSF Research Award is designed to provide initial research support and recognition to early-career cardiothoracic surgeons who have completed their formal training. The grant emphasizes funding for innovative clinical or laboratory-based investigations with the potential to generate data that can lead to subsequent external funding. The highest-ranking applicant may also receive the STS Research Award designation, which offers a higher funding level. Funds must be used solely for direct research expenses, such as salary, services, and supplies, and not for indirect costs or unrelated expenditures.
