Introduction
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) supports research projects designed to foster the development and use of lasers and other related technologies in medical and surgical applications. ASLMS may award appropriate non-student and student research initiatives each year. While the best research projects will be given priority for funding, a concerted effort will be made to award a minimum of 50% of the research grant funds to non-dermatologic laser application research proposals.
Eligibility
Any individual or organization desiring to conduct research which fosters the development and/or use of lasers in medical or surgical applications is eligible to apply for an ASLMS research grant. Individuals who are applying for research grants can submit either as a student or non-student researcher. To be eligible to apply as a non-student researcher, you must have completed your post-doctoral and/or residency training after January 1, 2003. Only individuals who are post-doctoral or post-residency are eligible for a non-student grant. Prior to being awarded a research grant, all non-ASLMS members will be required to apply for and be accepted into ASLMS membership. Non-members must submit a membership application as part of the grant application process.
Purpose and Use of Grant Funds
The primary purpose of the ASLMS Research Grant Program is to conduct research which can be applied to medical and surgical care of patients. Preference will be given to proposed research projects which have a direct implication for medical or surgical applications. Grant funds may be used for all costs associated with the research project. Equipment requests included as part of a proposal will be reviewed thoroughly to determine the necessity of the equipment for the proposed research. Proposals which include equipment requests that are superfluous to the proposed research project will reduce the likelihood that the project will be considered for funding. Indirect costs (IDC or F&A) cannot exceed 10% of the direct cost of the project.
For additional information or questions regarding the grant submission process, please contact Barb Brown via e-mail barb@aslms.org or by calling the ASLMS Central Office (715) 845-9283. |
