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Pilot Research Grant

Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Submissions open May 1, 2026.

The Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology (SVIN) is pleased to offer the SVIN Pilot Research Grant.

SVIN recognizes the need to stimulate investigator-initiated research programs in the field of vascular and interventional neurology. The SVIN Pilot Research Grant provides a one-year source of funding to help investigators generate preliminary data that will lead to additional funding from other national agencies or foundations. All new or innovative projects with sound medical/scientific justification will be considered under this call for proposals.

This pilot program provides up to $25,000 in grant support dependent on training level ($10,000 for trainee and $25,000 for junior applicants) and anticipates funding up to 5 projects every year. The scientific review panel reserves the right to limit the number of awards based on the priorities of the society. Priority will be given to research proposals that have a high probability of generating preliminary data for future substantial grant applications. A scientific panel will review the applications, and the final award will be subject to approval by the SVIN Board.

Pilot Research Grant Timeline

May 1, 2026: Grant application opens
July 31, 2026: Full grant submission deadline
November 18-20, 2026: Award announcement at SVIN 2026 Annual Meeting
January 1, 2027: Anticipated funding start date

Grant Submission

Upload your proposal with required documents through the SVIN Portal. Proposals must adhere to the guidelines and must be submitted by Friday, July 31, 2026 4:59 CT.
Only complete proposals will be considered. A complete proposal is comprised of the following sections:
- Title
- Applicant Information
- Project Summary
- Specific Aims
- Research Design/Strategy
- References Cited
- Study Timeline
- Budget
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Support (if trainee applicant only)
To submit your proposal, please click the 'Submit' button. You will be unable to submit if you have not provided all the required information. Any missing information will be listed on the screen. If your submission is successful, you will receive a confirmation message on the screen, and a confirmation email will be sent to the applicant.
Once the proposal is submitted to SVIN, no changes can be made.
After the proposal deadline, no supplementary material (preliminary data, new publications, etc.) will be accepted.
If human subjects are to be enrolled, the candidate must submit a copy of the IRB letter of approval prior to receiving the funds. However, such letter is not required with the initial proposal application.

Application Preparation

Required documents may be prepared prior to submitting the application in the SVIN Portal. Adherence is mandatory to the page limits and format requirements below. No applicant should have an advantage over other applicants by providing more content in his/her application by using smaller, denser type.
Font: Prepare the proposal using Arial or Helvetica typeface in black font color. Font size in each final document must be at least 11 points (or larger).
Paper Size and Page Margins: Final documents should be formatted to be no larger than standard U.S. letter paper size (8 ½" x 11’). The final proposal should have at least one-half inch margins (top, bottom, left, right) for all pages.
Page Formatting: Please use a standard, single-column, single-spaced format for the text.
Page Numbers: All pages should be numbered in sequential order. Page numbers should appear at the bottom center part of the page.
Figures, Graphs, Diagrams, and Tables: You may use a smaller type size but all text must be in a black font color, clear and readily legible. Color can be used in figures.
General Grantsmanship Style: Use Standard American English and avoid jargon. If terms are not universally known, spell out the term the first time it is used and note the appropriate abbreviation in parentheses.

Application Sections

Project Title

You must create a title of up to 120 characters.

Applicant Information

The person who creates the application is the default Applicant/Principal Investigator. Contact information from this person’s professional profile, including primary institution affiliation and contact information, is pre-loaded to this section of the application.
SVIN membership status and level is required. Gender, race, ethnicity information is also required but will not be used as part of the review process.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

1. Strong relevance to vascular and interventional neurology (highest predictor)

This is the most important factor.

SVIN-funded projects typically focus on:

Acute ischemic stroke
Mechanical thrombectomy
Cerebrovascular disease
Neurointervention
Endovascular therapies
Stroke systems of care
Neuroimaging
Neurocritical care
Cerebral venous disorders
Health equity in stroke care

Projects should have a clear connection to improving diagnosis, treatment, outcomes, or access to care for neurovascular diseases.

2. Potential to generate preliminary data for larger grants (very high predictor)

The SVIN Pilot Research Grant is specifically designed to help investigators generate preliminary data that can support future major funding applications. Priority is given to projects with a high likelihood of leading to substantial subsequent grants.

Competitive proposals typically:

Test novel hypotheses
Establish proof-of-concept
Generate pilot datasets
Develop biomarkers or imaging tools
Produce data suitable for NIH or foundation submissions

3. Innovative and clinically meaningful research question

SVIN emphasizes innovation and scientific advancement in vascular and interventional neurology. Competitive projects often address:

New thrombectomy approaches
Neuroprotection strategies
Stroke recovery mechanisms
Artificial intelligence applications
Advanced imaging techniques
Health-system innovations for stroke treatment

Projects should address a meaningful gap in current knowledge or clinical practice.

4. Early-career investigator potential

A distinctive feature of SVIN funding is its focus on trainees and junior investigators.

The Pilot Research Grant is restricted to:

Medical students
Residents
Fellows
Junior faculty
Postdoctoral fellows within defined early-career stages

Senior investigators are generally not eligible for this mechanism.

Strong applicants usually demonstrate:

Early publication productivity
Abstract presentations
Commitment to neurovascular research
Potential for academic independence

5. Strong mentorship and institutional support

Because many applicants are trainees or junior faculty, mentorship is a major success predictor.

Competitive applications often include:

Established stroke or neurointerventional mentor
Access to stroke registries and patient populations
Imaging infrastructure
Biostatistical support
Protected research time

Strong institutional commitment increases confidence that the project will be completed successfully.

6. Feasible study design and realistic timeline

SVIN requires applicants to submit:

Specific aims
Research strategy
Timeline
Budget

Projects should be achievable within the grant period and budget. Reviewers favor focused studies with clearly defined milestones and measurable outcomes.

7. Clear pathway to future academic development

Many SVIN-supported programs are intended to launch long-term careers in vascular neurology and neurointervention.

Strong proposals often demonstrate:

Career-development goals
Future NIH K-award or R-series plans
Long-term commitment to stroke research
Potential for continued academic productivity

The joint SVIN–American Academy of Neurology Clinician-Scientist Development Award was specifically created to support young investigators pursuing research careers in interventional neurology.

Specialties

Neurosciences

Vascular Surgery

Eligibility Requirements

Each applicant must be a current member of SVIN at the time of application. Join or renew prior to submitting your grant proposal online (click here for SVIN membership). Membership processing may take up to 5 days; please do not wait until the grant deadline to join or renew.
Applicants may submit their proposal as a trainee (defined as a medical student, resident, or fellow) or junior (defined as a physician or postdoctoral fellow ≤5 years after fellowship) investigator. Senior investigators are not eligible to apply for the SVIN Pilot Research Grant.

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 1601 Utica Ave S, Suite 213 | Minneapolis, MN 55416 | 651-265-7843 | info@svin.org

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