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 PSF/MTF Biologics Allograft Tissue Research Fellowship aims to support the career development of junior physician-scientists in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Specifically, it focuses on the clinical evaluation and understanding of allograft tissue applications, including tissue reconstruction and wound management. The fellowship emphasizes research training projects that have a strong clinical translation component utilizing dermal, adipose, placental, or other allograft transplant technologies. Scholars, particularly residents, fellows, or plastic surgeons within their first three years of practice, are encouraged to participate under the guidance of experienced mentors. The fellowship aims to enrich the recipient's research training and experience, with up to $72,500 allocated for up to 1-year projects, subdivided into salary support and research funding.