The mission of the PSF (Plastic Surgery Foundation) is to support research and development in the field of plastic surgery, with a focus on funding innovative projects that can quickly transition from discovery through FDA approval into clinical testing. This research aims at improving commercial development, benefiting patients, and addressing unmet clinical needs with the end goal of enhancing the field's overall body of knowledge and patient care capabilities.
The Combined Pilot Research Grants, sponsored by the PSF, the American Association of Pediatric Plastic Surgeons (AAPPS), and other subspecialty organizations, aim to fund pilot research studies across various subspecialties in plastic surgery. These include hand surgery, academic research, peripheral nerve research, microsurgery, and particularly pediatric plastic surgery. The grants focus on supporting preliminary projects that have the potential to advance scientific knowledge and patient care in these areas. The ultimate goal is to help these early-stage projects develop into substantial research endeavors by securing further funding from larger agencies. Each grant awards up to $10,000 for 1-year pilot projects.