Funding opportunities to advance urgent care medicine through innovative research, quality improvement initiatives, and educational programs.
Seed funding for preliminary studies that establish feasibility and generate pilot data for larger investigations in urgent care medicine.
Next Deadline: March 15, 2026Support for early-career faculty developing independent research programs in academic urgent care medicine with protected research time.
Next Deadline: May 1, 2026Funding for quality improvement initiatives and implementation science projects aimed at enhancing urgent care delivery and outcomes.
Next Deadline: February 1, 2026Support for collaborative research projects conducted across multiple urgent care sites to address questions requiring diverse patient populations.
Next Deadline: June 15, 2026Funding for development and evaluation of novel educational programs, curricula, or training tools for urgent care practitioners.
Next Deadline: April 1, 2026Support for members presenting urgent care research at national conferences or conducting collaborative research visits.
Rolling ApplicationsPatient flow, wait times, staffing models, and operational efficiency in urgent care settings.
Decision-making tools, diagnostic algorithms, and appropriate testing in acute care environments.
Error reduction, medication safety, procedure complications, and quality metrics.
Coordination with emergency departments, primary care, and specialty services.
Telemedicine, electronic health records, and digital health tools in urgent care.
Curriculum development, competency assessment, and workforce training programs.
Access to care, disparities in outcomes, and culturally competent urgent care delivery.
Value-based care, resource utilization, and healthcare economics in urgent care.
Carefully read the specific requirements, eligibility criteria, and evaluation criteria for your chosen grant program. Ensure your project aligns with SAUCM™ research priorities.
Develop a comprehensive proposal including research aims, methodology, budget, timeline, and impact statement. Letters of support and IRB approval may be required.
Complete the online application form and upload all required documents by the deadline. Applications are accepted through our secure grant portal.
Applications undergo rigorous peer review by the SAUCM™ Research Committee. Reviewers assess scientific merit, feasibility, and potential impact.
Applicants are notified of decisions within 8-10 weeks. Successful applicants receive funding agreements and can begin their research projects.
Funded investigators submit progress reports and present findings at SAUCM™ meetings. Final reports and publications are required upon completion.
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