RSNA Research Seed Grant

The RSNA Research & Education Foundation's Research Seed Grant funds the preliminary or pilot phase of a one-year scientific project in radiology, radiation oncology or nuclear medicine. Awards are up to US$60,000 for one year, and the grant is open to radiologic investigators at all levels who hold an established academic appointment, with applications accepted from investigators worldwide. Applications are due 22 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Applicants should identify key personnel early and notify their department chair and grant administrator, whose signatures are required. Proposals aligned with the Foundation's Priority Focus Areas are encouraged; other important and innovative topics also receive full consideration. A quick guide and policies and procedures document are linked from the grant page.

Applicants must maintain RSNA membership in good standing and hold a full-time faculty position in radiology, radiation oncology or nuclear medicine at an educational institution; investigators who will become full-time faculty when the award begins must include a department chair letter confirming the appointment. Applications are accepted from investigators worldwide. Applicants may submit only one Foundation research or education grant application in the cycle, may hold no concurrent Foundation grant, and must disclose current, pending and overlapping support.