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Program overview

The purpose of this award is to provide the opportunity for investigators to visit a research lab at another educational institution to facilitate the transfer of research knowledge, skills and techniques and new research methodologies in the following areas:

Animal research studies
Basic science or bench research

The exchange of techniques and skills for human subjects research is not allowable for this award.

Eligibility

Eligible candidates must hold an MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent degree at an educational institution in the U.S. or Canada
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Candidates must be an active SIR member in good standing
Candidates must be a faculty member, research fellow or permanent staff at an educational institution who has a demonstrated need to learn new technique(s) or procedure(s) that are not practiced at their home institution. Human subjects studies are not eligible for this award opportunity.
Letter of support from their department chair of home institution supporting travel to new institution and time away from clinical service
Letter of support from the mentor from the new institution supporting the recipient to learn the new techniques and providing the necessary equipment or materials to ensure techniques are adequately attained
The applicant will identify the host institution and will describe the specific skill or technique that will be acquired at the new site

For more information on eligibility and other requirements, please read our guidelines.

Award

SIR Foundation will provide reimbursement of up to $3,000 to assist with airfare, up to 6 nights of lodging, meals and related travel expenses to locations in the U.S. and Canada. This award is not intended for international travel.

The recipient will be responsible for arranging their own airfare, transportation and housing at the new site.

How to apply

To apply, please submit an application through SIR Foundation's grant portal. Applications for the 2025 award close at 5 p.m. ET on Nov. 15, 2024.

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