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EPIDEMIOLOGIC RESEARCH AWARD IN GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)

DESCRIPTION This Research Award provides support for projects involving studies on the use and outcomes of gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy using the GI Quality Improvement Consortium (GIQuIC). This award is co-sponsored by the ACG and ASGE and should have the potential to impact the quality and outcomes of GI endoscopy.

OBJECTIVE To promote research in GI endoscopy using the GIQuIC data registry.

STATEMENT OF NEED In an effort to maximize the value of GI endoscopy, there is a critical need to objectively study the quality impact of relevant procedures using data repositories which represent “real-world” experience. This includes the indications for outcomes and impact of endoscopic procedures in the ambulatory and/or inpatient settings.

Award Amount: $50,000

 Award period/length of award: July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028

AI Based Application Success Predictor

1. Direct relevance to gastroenterology or hepatology ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is the fundamental requirement.

Competitive projects should address important questions in:

Gastroenterology
Hepatology
GI diseases
Digestive health
GI endoscopy
GI healthcare delivery
GI health equity
Clinical gastroenterology

ACG's awards are specifically designed to advance clinical research related to gastroenterology and hepatology.

2. Patient-oriented research with direct clinical applicability ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

For the Clinical Research Awards, ACG emphasizes innovative patient-oriented research with direct applicability to clinical care.

Strong proposals should demonstrate potential to:

Improve diagnosis
Improve treatment
Improve patient outcomes
Improve clinical decision-making
Address important clinical problems

ACG defines patient-oriented research as research involving human subjects, new diagnostic or therapeutic interventions, human specimens, or translational work with direct clinical applicability.

3. Strong scientific rationale and innovation ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Competitive proposals should have:

A clearly defined research question
Strong scientific rationale
Original hypothesis
Innovative methodology
Appropriate endpoints
Potential to generate meaningful new knowledge

ACG specifically describes its Clinical Research Awards as supporting innovative patient-oriented research.

4. Preliminary/pilot data where required ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is particularly important for the Clinical Research Award.

The current ACG program requires pilot/preliminary data for the Clinical Research Award, while the Clinical Research Pilot Award does not require pilot data. Therefore, choosing the correct grant category based on the maturity of the project is strategically important.

5. Strong investigator and career-development potential ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

ACG places significant emphasis on developing investigators.

For example, the Junior Faculty Development Award provides three years of funding and 50% protected research time specifically for junior investigators developing independent careers in clinical gastroenterology or hepatology research.

Competitive applicants demonstrate:

Strong academic potential
Relevant research experience
Publications or prior research accomplishments
Clear independent research trajectory
Commitment to gastroenterology/hepatology research

6. Strong mentorship and protected research time ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mentorship is especially important for:

Fellows
Residents
Junior faculty
Medical students

For trainee awards, an appropriate ACG-member mentor is required. The Junior Faculty Development Award also provides substantial protected research time and career-development support.

7. Health equity and addressing healthcare disparities ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Leonidas Berry Health Equity Research Award specifically supports research producing actionable science that can reduce health and healthcare disparities.

Competitive projects should address issues affecting underserved or underrepresented populations, including:

Racial/ethnic minorities
Women
LGBTQ+ populations
Healthcare access
Differences in disease management
Inequities in healthcare delivery

Importantly, ACG states that simply studying a disease is insufficient for this award; the project should generate actionable and meaningful data related to health equity.

8. Strong methodology, feasibility, and appropriate study design ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Successful proposals should provide:

Clear aims
Appropriate study population
Valid methodology
Appropriate statistical analysis
Realistic timeline
Feasible recruitment/data collection
Clearly defined outcomes

Animal research is generally not appropriate for ACG Clinical Research Awards unless the research cannot be conducted in humans and has a clear translational connection to clinical care.

9. Potential for career advancement and future funding ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

ACG's career-development and bridge-funding programs are particularly focused on sustaining and advancing independent research careers.

For example, the Established Investigator Bridge Funding Award is designed to provide temporary support between federal grants and requires evidence of a recently completed federal clinical/translational GI or hepatology grant and an ongoing application for renewed federal funding.

Thus, a strong application should show how the project will:

Generate preliminary data
Support future NIH/federal funding
Establish independence
Expand an existing research program

10. ACG membership and exact eligibility fit ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is a critical eligibility factor, not merely a quality factor.

For the current ACG Clinical Research Awards, the PI generally must be an ACG member in good standing at the time of application. Different awards have different requirements regarding:

Career stage
U.S./Canadian/international status
Physician vs. PhD eligibility
Fellowship/residency status
Mentorship
Prior funding

For example, the current Clinical Research Award is open to U.S., Canadian, and international ACG members, while the Medical Student and Resident awards have U.S./Canada restrictions.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Others

Eligibility Requirements

 Applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• ACG or ASGE Member* at time of application

• U.S. or Canadian Members eligible

• Physician or Clinical Researcher (MD, DO, or PhD)

• Physicians in training (Fellows) are eligible to apply, but must include:

1. letter of support from a Research Mentor

2. letter from the Trainee’s Division Chief confirming Trainee ongoing appointment and position at the institution for the duration of the grant. If not guaranteed an appointment for the period of the grant, a contingency plan is required.

Eligible Countries:

Canada

United States

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 11333 Woodglen Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20852

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