Small Research Grants

We've extended the date to apply for the NZSG - Janssen Research Fellowship to 16 September 2024.

Small Research Grants

The Small Research Grants (SRG) is to encourage research by members of NZSG by providing a small sum for initial or small projects. The SRG can be used for equipment, operating expenses, tests or salary. Several grants will be awarded each year with selection by a subgroup of the NZSG executive with co-option as required.

Value of the Small Research Grant is a maximum of $5,000 GST exclusive.

 

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Applicants may be:

  • gastroenterology or surgical trainees
  • research students
  • gastroenterology or surgical consultants
  • scientists or researchers

Each applicant must be a member of the NZSG (i.e. both trainee and supervisor if a joint submission).

Preference will be given to clinical research with trainee or research student involvement that can be completed within 6-12 months. Preference will be given to clinical questions that are considered to be highly relevant to the NZ population. Preference will be given to centres or clinicians that do not usually have access to other research funds.

It is expected that results from this research will be presented at the ASM of the NZSG. A one page report should also be forwarded to the Secretary of the NZSG within 12 months of receipt of the grant. NZSG must be acknowledged in publications arising as a result of the grant.

The research must be conducted in New Zealand. There is no restriction on reapplication by the same applicant in subsequent years. The grant will only be forwarded to a research account and not directly to an individual.

There are two closing dates per year - 31 March and 30 September

The applications will be considered by a committee nominated by the NZSG executive. This will comprise of executive members and scientific advisors as deemed appropriate. The number of successful applications each year will depend on available funds and the strength of the applications. The assessment committee may consider partial support of the sum requested.

To apply, please fill out the application form