The Preoperative AssociationResearch and Project Grant offers financial support to individuals or teams aiming to enhance preoperative assessment practice in the UK.

This grant is awarded up to a limit of £15,000 to cover all, or part costs, for projects in the field of preoperative medicine, including but not limited to:

• research initiatives
• travel expenses
• local practice development within preoperative assessment 
  

Recipients of the grant will be required to share their experiences and project outcomes at The Preoperative Association Annual National Conference, promoting shared learning and educational advancement within the field.

Eligibility

The grant is exclusively available to members of The Preoperative Association.

Applicants can be any part of the multidisciplinary team involved in preoperative assessment, which includes doctors, nursing staff, pharmacists, allied health professionals and managers. Both individuals and entire teams are eligible to apply for the grant, with the number of awards granted being determined at the discretion of The Preoperative Association Board of Trustees.

Applications from both NHS and private organisations will be considered.

Non-members are not eligible to apply for this grant, emphasising the importance of membership within the association for accessing such opportunities to enhance practice in the field of preoperative medicine. Applications received from a non-member will not be considered.

Application Process

To apply for the grant, applicants must prepare and submit a detailed proposal outlining their intended research or project work. The proposal should adhere to the guidelines provided on the application form, which includes a breakdown of expected costs, ethical committee approval (if applicable), and the total amount requested (up to a maximum of £15,000).

Each award amount is decided by The Preoperative Association Board of Trustees based on the merits of the proposal. Applicants are required to submit their proposals using the designated application form available on The Preoperative Association website. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview.

Applications can be submitted at any time of the year. As they will be evaluated in the order received, it is recommended to submit applications as early as possible. Owing to the limited funds available, we reserve the right to close submissions early based on the number of applications received per financial year.

Judging Criteria

All proposals submitted will be evaluated by The Preoperative Association Board of Trustees. Proposals are judged based on the criteria outlined in the application form, which may include factors such as the significance of the project, its potential impact on preoperative assessment practice, feasibility of the proposed work, and adherence to ethical guidelines.

The Board of Trustees reserves the right to decide whether or not to award a grant based on the quality and relevance of the proposals received and the interview process. This ensures that grants are allocated to projects that demonstrate a clear potential for improving preoperative practice and contributing to the advancement of the field.

Knowledge Sharing Requirement

A precondition of receiving the grant is the commitment to attend the Preoperative Association Annual National Conference to present the outcomes of the funded project and write a formal report. This requirement ensures that recipients share their experiences and findings with fellow professionals, facilitating knowledge dissemination and educational opportunities for others within the preoperative medicine field. By presenting their project outcomes, recipients contribute to shared learning and development of best practice in preoperative assessment, aligning with the educational objectives of the grant.