Webinar Overview

Unlock actionable strategies for securing career development awards and non-traditional funding to sustain your academic mission in a competitive research landscape.

In an era of increasingly competitive National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant cycles, academic investigators must diversify their approach to securing research support. This webinar, hosted by ACC's Academic Cardiology Member Section, is designed to empower clinicians and scientists with actionable strategies for navigating non-traditional funding portfolios. By highlighting opportunities through the ACC, American Heart Association (AHA) and the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), speakers including Academic Section Chair Howard J. Eisen, MD, FACC, will provide a roadmap for researchers to sustain their academic mission when traditional federal pathways are limited. Visit here to learn more about ACC's awards programs.

The webinar is tailored specifically for Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career investigators, bridging the gap between foundational research and established independent investigator status. Participants will gain direct insight into career development awards and specialized grant genres that are essential for long-term academic retention and growth.

Key Objectives/Learning Outcomes:

• Identify Diversified Funding Streams: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the AHA and PCORI funding portfolios, including specific award types designed to support research outside of the standard NIH Research Project framework.
• Master Early Career Grant Strategies: Learn the nuances of applying for career development awards to build a sustainable research foundation during the critical early stages of an academic career.
• Implement Best Practices for Applications: Acquire practical "tips and tricks" for the application process, including insights into what review panels look for and how to successfully structure a proposal for maximum engagement and impact.

Webinar Participants

Moderator – Howard Eisen, MD, FACC
Speaker – Nicole Lohr, MD, FACC
Speaker – Mihail G. Chelu, MD
Speaker – Gordon F. Tomaselli, MD, FACC

Credit Information

No credit is being offered for this webinar.