Research In-Practice Grant

Purpose

The ACP Research-In-Practice Grant is designed to assist clinical phlebologists who are not established as independent researchers in initiating a clinical research project of importance to the field of phlebology. The long-term intent of this program is to foster the research education and development of clinical phlebologists who are capable of active participation in and/or leadership of clinical trials of phlebological therapies.

Eligibility

Investigators with an MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent degree are eligible. Non-ACP members will be considered, but ACP members will be given preference. Applicants must not have been recognized as independent investigators or recipients of major grant support (exceeding $50,000). To ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and ethical rigor in its funded research activities, all research applicants are required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement. A full disclosure of any professional business dealings and/or interests in for-profit commercial entities (medical device or pharmaceutical companies, as well as private practices) is required by all applicants. This disclosure will not preclude eligibility of an applicant, rather it will be weighed in the grant approval process.

Award

This grant provides $24,000 for one year. Funds may be used for salaries for research assistants working on the project, supplies, service function charges, travel expenses for attendance at 1-2 related conferences, and completion of a research education program. Consulting expenses, institutional indirect costs, and office expenses will not be funded.

If you feel you meet the purpose and eligibility for this award and you would like to review the full grant program description, conditions, and application form, please click on the links above.

Previous Award Winners

2010

We will begin accepting applications in the fall of 2009. Applications are DUE on May 1, 2010.

2009

N/A

2008

Dr. Michael Vasquez
Topic: Assessing the Relationship of Outcome Measures: A Comparison of Specific Quality of Life and Outcome Response-Venous (SQOR-V) and the Venous Clinical Severity Score (VCSS).

2007

Dr. Clint Hayes
Topic: The Effect of Superficial Venous Insufficiency Treatment on Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Leg Movement Disorder