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Sigma/Doris Bloch Research Grant

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Purpose

The Sigma/Doris Bloch Research Grant encourages nurses to contribute to the advancement of nursing through research.

Research Funding

Allocation of funds is based on the quality of the proposed research, the future promise of the applicant and the applicant's research budget. Applications from novice researchers who have received no other national research funds are encouraged and will receive preference for funding, other aspects being equal. Preference will be given to Sigma Theta Tau International members, other qualifications being equal. Funding is provided by a gift to Sigma Foundation for Nursing’s Research Permanent Fund from the Doris Bloch Estate. Funds for this grant do not cover expenses incurred prior to the funding date.

Grant Details

Grants available: 1 per year
Funding: US $5,000 (max)
Deadline: 1 December
Funding date: 1 June

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the online submission system.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

1. Strong alignment with Sigma's nursing research priorities (highest predictor)

Sigma explicitly identifies several priority areas:

Health promotion and disease prevention
Evidence-based practice implementation
Social, economic, and political determinants of health
Research addressing vulnerable populations
Capacity development for nursing research

Projects that clearly address one or more of these priorities tend to be the most competitive.

2. Clear contribution to nursing knowledge and practice (very high predictor)

Sigma's grants are intended to advance nursing through research and improve clinical practice.

Strong proposals typically demonstrate:

Direct relevance to nursing practice
Potential to improve patient outcomes
Clinical applicability
Contribution to nursing science
Evidence-based care advancement

Projects with a clear pathway from research findings to nursing practice often score highly.

3. Pilot or developmental research with future funding potential

Many Sigma grants are specifically designed to support:

Pilot studies
Developmental research
Early-stage investigations
Proof-of-concept projects

Reviewers often favor projects that can generate preliminary data for future NIH, CIHR, NHMRC, foundation, or larger nursing research grants.

4. Strong investigator qualifications

Eligibility for most Sigma grants requires:

Registered nurse status (or country equivalent)
Current nursing licensure where applicable
At least a master's degree in nursing (many grants favor doctoral preparation)

Successful applicants generally demonstrate:

Research training
Publications or scholarly output
Prior presentations
Expertise in the proposed topic area

Investigator capability is a major review factor.

5. Feasible methodology and implementation plan

Sigma funds relatively modest grants, so reviewers look carefully at:

Focused aims
Realistic timeline
Appropriate methods
Achievable outcomes
Reasonable budget

Applicants must generally be ready to begin the project soon after funding and complete it within the grant period.

6. Collaboration and interdisciplinary impact

Sigma frequently supports collaborative grants and international partnerships.

Particularly competitive projects often include:

Multidisciplinary teams
International collaborations
Cross-institutional partnerships
Community-engaged research

For example, the Global Nursing Research Grant specifically requires cross-country collaboration and a focus on global health disparities.

7. Global health, health equity, and vulnerable populations

Projects addressing:

Health disparities
Underserved communities
Global health challenges
Equity in healthcare delivery
Chronic illness management

are strongly aligned with Sigma's stated priorities and frequently appear among funded topics.

8. Strong mentorship and research environment

For doctoral students, early-career investigators, and novice researchers, strong mentorship can significantly improve competitiveness.

Successful applications often include:

Experienced research mentors
Institutional support
Access to study populations
Statistical and methodological expertise
Adequate research infrastructure

This is especially important for pilot and developmental grants.

Specialties

Nursing

Eligibility Requirements

The principal investigator(s) should be registered nurses (or country equivalent) with current license (if applicable) and have at least a master's in nursing (or country equivalent).
Submission of a completed research application package and signed research agreement.
Ready to implement research project when funding is received.
Complete project within one (1) year of funding.
Submit a final report and completed abstract to the Sigma Repository to receive final grant disbursement, if owed.

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 550 W. North St., Suite 120 Indianapolis, IN 46202

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