+ More Filters

Reset Filters

Title

Funding Organization

Funding Type

Eligible Country

Deadline

Other (Select all that apply)

Show Expired Programs

Show Verified Programs

Verified

Medical Student Research Grant

Radiological Society of North America

The Medical Student Research Grant gives medical students the opportunity to gain research experience in medical imaging while they’re still in school. Recipients will define objectives, develop research skills and test hypotheses, all before choosing a residency program. Ultimately, this experience gives students a chance to consider academic radiology as a future career option.

In order to attract the brightest young researchers to radiology, the R&E Foundation will award up to 10 additional grants for medical students who identify as minorities underrepresented in medicine (UIM).

Application cycle open

We are currently accepting applications for the 2026–27 Medical Student Research Grant!

Application deadline: Feb. 6, 2026

Award amount

Grant recipients receive $3,000, which is matched by the sponsoring department, equaling $6,000 total. It is to be used as a stipend for the medical student. Funds are intended to secure time for the recipient and may not be used for non-personal research expenses.

Nature of projects and focus areas

Beginning with the 2026 grant cycle, the R&E Foundation is excited to introduce a new priority focus areas funding initiative, designed to support transformative research in cutting-edge, underfunded and high-impact disciplines as identified by the Board of Trustees. These areas represent opportunities for innovation and advancement in radiology and are a strategic focus for the Foundation moving forward.

2026 approved priority areas include:

Precision medicine: Theranostics
Imaging in vulnerable populations
Efficiencies in radiology and opportunities for improvement
Personalized care in pediatric imaging
Cybersecurity in radiology departments
Increasing access and efficiency: Doing more with less

While these priority areas are encouraged, the Foundation remains committed to supporting early-career radiologist and will continue to accept investigator-initiated proposals across the full spectrum of radiologic science. Projects that advance imaging science, develop or evaluate medical imaging technologies, or apply imaging in innovative ways to address important biological or clinical questions are always welcome.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

1. Membership in RSNA

Most RSNA grants require applicants to be current RSNA members (at any level). If an applicant is in a non-dues-paying category, a co-investigator or scientific advisor must be a dues-paying member. RSNA
Predictor: Up-to-date membership avoids eligibility disqualification.

2. Clear Relevance to Radiologic Sciences

Successful projects are explicitly situated within radiologic science or imaging research, including areas such as technology development, imaging biomarkers, clinical radiology questions, comparative effectiveness, imaging informatics, quality improvement, and related translational topics. RSNA
Predictor: A well-defined project within RSNA’s mission of advancing imaging science.

3. Alignment with Strategic or Priority Focus Areas

RSNA’s Board of Trustees identifies priority focus areas in emerging or high-impact domains. For the 2026–27 cycle, these include:

Precision medicine and theranostics

Imaging in vulnerable populations

Efficiencies in radiology

Personalized pediatric imaging

Cybersecurity in radiology

Increasing access and efficiency (“doing more with less”) RSNA

While not mandatory, addressing one of these topics can strengthen a proposal’s relevance.
Predictor: Alignment with identified RSNA priority areas.

4. Strong Scientific Rationale and Innovation

Across all grant types, competitive proposals have:

A clear hypothesis or research question

Strong justification for the study’s scientific or clinical importance

Well-described methods and outcomes

Reasonable scope for the funding period and budget level RSNA
Predictor: Scientific clarity and methodological rigor judged appropriate for the grant size.

5. Fit with Career Stage and Grant Purpose

RSNA matches grants to career progression:

Medical Student Grants require full-time students and a structured 8–10 week project with a mentor. RSNA

Resident/Fellow Grants target trainees early in clinical imaging careers. RSNA

Research Scholar Grants support junior faculty establishing independence and collecting pilot data to compete for larger funding. RSNA
Predictor: Choosing the correct program for your career stage enhances competitiveness.

6. Feasible Objectives and Timeline

RSNA grants vary in duration and effort expectations:

Scholar grants require a multi-year, 20–30% effort commitment. RSNA

Resident/Fellow awards must specify dedicated research time (e.g., 3.6 calendar months/30%). RSNA
Predictor: Clear demonstration that the work can be completed within the planned timeframe and with available effort.

7. Preliminary Data or Pilot Justification (for Seed/Scholar Grants)

For Research Seed and Scholar grants, compelling evidence that the project will yield meaningful pilot data or a clear path toward future funding significantly boosts competitiveness. RSNA
Predictor: A strong link between the project and planned future funding or larger impact.

8. Institutional Support and Mentorship

RSNA expects applicants — especially trainees and junior faculty — to have strong mentorship plans and institutional backing (e.g., department support, matching funds for student grants). RSNA
Predictor: Clear institutional commitment signals feasibility and seriousness.

9. Complete and Compliant Applications

RSNA is strict about application completeness: missing documents, failure to include required signatures, or not following formatting instructions will result in rejection. RSNA
Predictor: Thorough, compliant applications are baseline success factors.

🧠 Common Pitfalls (Predictors of Non-Selection)

❌ Weak scientific justification or unclear methods
❌ Proposals that do not fit the grant’s career stage or scope
❌ Missing RSNA membership or incomplete documentation
❌ Unrealistic goals relative to funding level
❌ Lack of mentorship or institutional support

🧠 Quick Checklist to Improve Your RSNA Grant Competitiveness

Before submission:

Confirm RSNA membership eligibility and status. RSNA

Select the grant mechanism that matches your career stage. RSNA

Tie your project to radiologic science questions or RSNA priority areas. RSNA

Assemble a feasible research plan with milestones and deliverables. RSNA

Include a strong mentorship and institutional support statement. RSNA

Review the application instructions carefully (deadline, signatures, attachments). RSNA

📌 Summary

Predictor of Success	Why It Matters
RSNA membership	Ensures eligibility
Radiology & imaging relevance	Central to RSNA mission
Alignment with priority areas	Highlights impact potential
Scientific rigor & innovation	Increases reviewer confidence
Career-appropriate proposal	Matches grant expectations
Feasible plan & timeline	Demonstrates realistic execution
Institutional support	Signals readiness & sustainability
Complete & compliant submission	Avoids bureaucratic rejection

Specialties

Radiology

Eligibility Requirements

You must be an RSNA member to apply for the Medical Student Research Grant. If you’re a non-dues-paying member, your scientific advisor or your co-investigator must be a dues-paying member.

You must also meet the following criteria:

All applicants

You must be a full-time medical student at an accredited North American medical school.
You must commit to working full-time for at least 10 weeks on your research project.
Your research project must take place in a department of radiology, radiation oncology or nuclear medicine in a North American medical institution, but this doesn’t have to be the same institution where you’re enrolled as a student.
You cannot have been a principal investigator on a grant or contract totaling more than $60,000 in a single year. This includes single and combined grants and contracts from government, private and commercial sources.
You and your principal investigators cannot be employed by any for-profit, commercial company in the radiologic sciences.
You cannot submit more than one grant application to the RSNA R&E Foundation a year, and cannot have a concurrent RSNA grant.
Funding from other grant sources must be approved by Foundation staff if it wasn’t described in the original research plan.

Eligible Countries:

Canada

Mexico

United States

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Radiological Society of North America

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 820 Jorie Blvd., Suite 200 Oak Brook, IL

Legal & Affiliation Disclaimer

Affiliation Disclaimer: Trialect operates independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by any sponsors or organizations posting on the GrantsBoard platform. As an independent aggregator of publicly available funding opportunities, Trialect provides equal access to information for all users without endorsing any specific funding source, content, organization, or sponsor. Trialect assumes no responsibility for the content posted by sponsors or third parties.

Subscription Disclaimer: Upon logging into Trialect, you may choose to SUBSCRIBE to GrantsBoard for timely notifications of funding opportunities and to access exclusive benefits, such as priority alerts, reminders, personalized recommendations, and additional application support. However, users are advised to contact sponsors directly for any questions and are not required to subscribe to engage with funding opportunities.

Content Ownership and Copyright Disclaimer: Trialect respects the intellectual property rights of all organizations and individuals. All content posted on GrantsBoard is provided solely for informational purposes and remains the property of the original owners. Trialect does not claim ownership of, nor does it have any proprietary interest in, content provided by third-party sponsors. Users are encouraged to verify content and ownership directly with the posting sponsor.

Fair Use Disclaimer: The information and content available on GrantsBoard are compiled from publicly accessible sources in alignment with fair use principles under U.S. copyright law. Trialect serves as an aggregator of this content, offering it to users in good faith and with the understanding that it is available for public dissemination. Any organization or individual who believes their intellectual property rights have been violated is encouraged to contact us for prompt resolution.

Third-Party Posting Responsibility Disclaimer: Trialect is a neutral platform that allows third-party sponsors to post funding opportunities for informational purposes only. Sponsors are solely responsible for ensuring that their postings comply with copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Trialect assumes no liability for any copyright or intellectual property infringements in third-party content and will take appropriate action to address any substantiated claims.

Accuracy and Verification Disclaimer: Trialect makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided by sponsors. Users are advised to verify the details of any funding opportunity directly with the sponsor before taking action. Trialect cannot be held liable for any discrepancies, omissions, or inaccuracies in third-party postings.

Notice and Takedown Policy: Trialect is committed to upholding copyright law and protecting the rights of intellectual property owners. If you believe that content on GrantsBoard infringes your copyright or intellectual property rights, please contact us with detailed information about the claim. Upon receipt of a valid notice, Trialect will promptly investigate and, where appropriate, remove or disable access to the infringing content.

View Funding Opportunity