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News from the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand
| Updated: 1-30-2026

LOI Submissions Open for AFSH Basic Science and Clinical Research Grants

Investigators seeking funding for hand and upper extremity research are invited to begin the application process for Basic Science or Clinical Research Grants from the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand (AFSH). Recipients will be awarded up to $60,000 in funding ($30,000 annually) for one or two years for direct costs to facilitate pilot studies, self-contained research studies, or the development of research methodology or technology. To be considered, submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the new AFSH application system by February 16 as an easy first step in the application process. Upon LOI acceptance, full application submissions will be due April 6.

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AFSH

Jan 30, 2026, 13:32 PM
News from the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand
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LOI Submissions Open for AFSH Basic Science and Clinical Research Grants

Investigators seeking funding for hand and upper extremity research are invited to begin the application process for Basic Science or Clinical Research Grants from the American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand (AFSH). Recipients will be awarded up to $60,000 in funding ($30,000 annually) for one or two years for direct costs to facilitate pilot studies, self-contained research studies, or the development of research methodology or technology. To be considered, submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the new AFSH application system by February 16 as an easy first step in the application process. Upon LOI acceptance, full application submissions will be due April 6.

Learn more about Basic Science and Clinical Research Grants

 

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