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 program is designed to support innovative research across several specialized fields of surgery such as hand surgery, microsurgery, and maxillofacial surgery. This grants initiative seeks to fund pilot research studies which are foundational for securing larger grants in the future. Specifically, the grant aims to advance scientific knowledge and innovation in areas pertinent to plastic surgery and its subspecialties. Funding offered is up to $10,000 for 1-year pilot projects, underlining the program's commitment to stimulating fundamental research and the preliminary phases of larger research endeavors.