The purpose of this grant is to provide support for investigators to conduct larger, impactful research projects in nurse anesthesiology. Preliminary data on the topic of interest are typically available to support the application (although not required), signaling that the proposed research is promising, the approach is feasible, and the investigator holds the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to carry out the project.
AANA Foundation has identified a broad range of research priorities. In addition to an interest in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Foundation has an interest in research addressing healthcare policy, the science of anesthesia, education, and clinical practice, which can be found here.
Funds have also been reserved for research projects focused on specific topic areas, supported by generous sponsor donations, as detailed in the Funding Opportunity Announcement.
Eligible investigators include Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) or investigators holding a PhD in a discipline related to nurse anesthesiology/health services, typically with prior research grant experience (although not required). If the applicant Principal Investigator is not a CRNA, at least one Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI; in a Multiple PI application) or one Co-Investigator (Co-I) must be a CRNA and an AANA Member. Eligible organizations include institutions of higher education; nonprofit organizations; for-profit organizations; and nonprofit/for-profit/government-owned health systems.
Up to $100,000
Allowable costs include consultancy, equipment, supplies, travel, and other miscellaneous direct costs. Indirect costs are capped at 15%.
For full details on the available deadline(s), scope, eligibility requirements, and administrative processes expected for this grant program, see the Funding Opportunity Announcement.
See the Research Grant Application Overview document to view high-level guidance on the content to be included.
When applications are open for submission (typically 60 days before application due dates) and you are ready to apply, you can access the application module on our electronic grants management Application Site. Click on the Applicant Request Form at the top of the web page and complete the information listed on the form. Please do not delay in submitting an Applicant Request Form to ensure you have enough time to access the system before the deadline. We will review the information on your request form and process your request to set up a profile in the grants management system. Once the review process is complete, you will receive an email providing a web link with login credentials for the grants management system. Please check your inbox (and spam box) for this email which will include next steps about how to begin your application – it should appear within three business days. Upon email receipt, please log in to the system and set your password using the link provided. It is important that this password is set within 48 hours to avoid expiration of the link.
Should you have questions about this process or not receive an email providing login credentials within a few days after submitting your request form, please reach out to us at foundation@aana.com.