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Thoracic Surgery Foundation & Francis Fontan Fund International Travelling Fellowship in Partnership with The Latin American Association of Cardiac and Endovascular Surgery

European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)

The Fellowship fosters the continued growth and development of cardiothoracic surgeons by providing members of the Latin America Association of Cardiac and Endovascular Surgery the chance to learn from the highest standards of cardiothoracic care in Europe and North America.

You are expected to select a Mentor as well as secure a position with the Mentor at the host institution. The successful applicant will use the valuable learnings and collaborative relationships developed through the Fellowship to further the progress of cardiothoracic surgery at their home institution in South America and support the delivery of the highest quality patient care.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

Young Investigator Awards (Cardiac, Thoracic, Congenital domains)

Four €4,000 awards recognizing excellence in clinical or experimental research presented at the EACTS Annual Meeting.

Eligibility:

First author presenting unpublished work

Under 35 years old in 2025

Abstract submitted by April 30, 2025, with full manuscript to EJCTS by September 1, 2025

Cover letter from director confirming originality and candidate contribution

Strong predictor: Outstanding abstract, timely submission to journal, and on-site presentation at the 2025 Copenhagen meeting.

Outreach Grants (~€20,000)

Launched with Edwards Lifesciences and Every Heartbeat Matters, supporting educational missions in underserved regions focused on heart valve care.

Only available to EACTS members conducting humanitarian surgical training in low-access areas.

Success factors: EACTS membership, sustainable education plans beyond short-term missions, and alignment with global equity goals.

Francis Fontan Fund Fellowships

Fellowships in areas such as TAVI, mitral repair, ECLS, robotic surgery, paired with academic training (e.g., MSc Clinical Trials) through top centres globally.
- Eligibility: final year trainee or recently qualified surgeon; EACTS membership; research experience.

Competitive edge: active engagement with EACTS, clear training objectives, letters of support, and alignment with career progression.

Pre-Trainee & Allied Health Grants

For medical students and nurses/allied health professionals: attendance grants (€750 + registration) to the Annual Meeting and pre‑trainee abstract events. Submission includes CV, motivation letter, and sponsor letter.- Worth pursuing for early engagement in the Society’s professional community.--

Predictors of Success Across EACTS Programs

1. Membership & Active Engagement

Nearly all opportunities require active EACTS membership, participation in webinars or committees (e.g., Pre-Trainee, EMEUNET).

Research or education proposals must closely align with the EACTS aims to advance care in cardiac, thoracic, congenital, and vascular surgery.

Awards emphasize novelty, methodological quality, and clinical relevance. For research awards, original, unpublished work in thoracic fields is required.## 4. Clear Execution & Reporting Strategy

For research awards, plan must include abstract, manuscript submission timeline, and presentation readiness.- ForFor fellowships: clearly defined learning objectives, structured training plan, mentorship, and post-return impact

Required letters from department heads or lab directors confirming candidate involvement and capacity.- Fellowships require institutional endorsement and supervisory commitment.

Outreach grants award projects that address global inequities in access to heart valve care.- Fellowships often affiliated with leading centres (e.g., Weill Cornell) enabling high-impact learning and exchange.

Summary Table

EACTS Opportunity	Audience	Key Predictors of Success
YouYoung Investigator Award	UndUnder-35 first author	StrStrong abstract + manuscript submission + presentation membership

Important Deadlines (2025–2026)

Young Investigator Award: Abstracts due April 30, 2025, manuscript by September 1, 2025, presentation at October Annual Meeting in Copenhagen Fontan Fellowships (Acquired Cardiac Disease, etc.): LOI window March 1 – May 1, 2025, second window for congenital/thoracic July–September 2025.Pragmatic Trials Fellowship (Weill Cornell): Travel grant €3,000 toward U.S. study; deadlines aligned with Fontan windows.

Tips for Maximising Your Application

Join EACTS and actively participate in educational webinars or Pre-Trainee activities.

For research awards: direct, novel abstracts aligned with cardiothoracic themes and early manuscript submission to EJCTS.

For fellowships: collaborate with host mentors and centres early to refine your training proposal.

For outreach initiatives: craft sustainability-focused education plans for underserved regions, backed by EACTS membership and partnerships.

Specialties

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cardiovascular Diseases

Eligibility Requirements

In order to apply for this fellowship there are some essential criteria you must meet:

Be a LACES member
Be fluent in English

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: EACTS House Madeira Walk Windsor SL4 1EU

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