Research is key for the anesthesiology specialty to successfully master the challenges of the future. IARS is pushing the ball with its Grants Program, supporting research and scientific advancement of the anesthesiology specialty. To date, the IARS has funded more than 225 projects, contributing more than $22 million to the anesthesia community.
“As anesthesiologists, it’s a challenge balancing between the clinical work and the research aspect of things. Having [the IARS Mentored Research Award] provides you with the necessary time to complete meaningful research.”
— Past Award Recipient
IARS Mentored Research Award (IMRA) – $175,000
This award is intended to support investigations that will further the understanding of clinical practice in anesthesiology and related sciences. Up to four research projects are selected annually, with a maximum award of $175,000 each, payable over two years. These grants help create future leaders and prepare applicants to apply for independent research funding.
Frontiers in Anesthesia Research Award (FARA) – $750,000
Established in 1995, this award fosters innovation and creativity by an individual researcher in the anesthesiology field, funding projects with significant originality and scientific excellence. Projects must have direct relevance to anesthesiology and play a critical role in the scientific evolution of a novel concept. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to research and the potential for leadership. Keep an eye on our website for details regarding future FARA opportunities.
“As a result of this award [IMRA], I have been able to progress towards independence in research. I moved to UCL in the UK from the USA during the duration of the award where I have been able to set up my own laboratory within the wider Centre for Perioperative Medicine. I am now an Associate Professor and have received funding from the UCL UK National Institute of Health Research Biomedical Research Centre in Critical Care/Perioperative Medicine theme.”
– 2019 IARS Mentored Research Award Recipient John Whittle, MD
“Receiving this award is not only a recognition of my potential but also a testament to the hard work and dedication of my mentors, colleagues, and collaborators who have supported me along the way. I am excited to take on the responsibility that comes with this award and commit to conducting rigorous and impactful research that can lead to improved patient care and outcomes.”
– 2022 IARS Mentored Research Award Recipient Wei Ruan, PhD, MD
“At a more topical or research level, [the IMRA] heavily influenced the work I’ve done since then. Every study I’ve done since then has involved one or more aspects of what we did in my IMRA-funded study, meaning either CSF biomarkers, neuro imaging with functional structural MRI intraoperative EEG and cognitive and delirium testing. I can’t think of a study I’ve done since then that hasn’t used one of those things in some way. That initial research really set me up with a good toolbox going from molecular and cellular biomarkers up through systems neuroscience, functional MRI activation data to outcome data and with some EEG thrown in as well.”
– 2014 IARS Mentored Research Award Recipient Miles Berger, MD, PhD
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