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Innovation and advances in surgery are entirely dependent on research. Fellowships and grants are the principal means by which surgical research projects are funded. However, these are scarce and highly competitive. This article offers guidance through the application process for the aspiring academic surgeon. Approaching the application in a timely and structured manner, seeking advice from current and previous award-holders and members of review panels, and obtaining preliminary data are key ingredients to success.

Original publication

DOI

10.1177/2042533313505512

Type

Journal article

Journal

Jrsm open

Publication Date

01/2014

Volume

5

Keywords

fellowship, funding, grant, research, surgery