#  STN Research Grants

![](https://traumanurses.org/_resources/images/core/inset-research-grant.webp) **2027-Grant application opens Jan 2027, closes April 2027**

The [STN Research Grant Program](https://traumanurses.org/resources/research-grants) is now accepting proposal submissions. Funding research and evidence-based practice projects is a part of the mission and strategic plan of the Society of Trauma Nurses (STN), with a goal to positively impact the care and treatment of trauma patients.

The [STN Research Grant Program](https://traumanurses.org/resources/research-grants) provides support for nurses who strive to continually evaluate and improve the practice of trauma nursing and intend to change the practice of trauma nursing based on evidence.

To be eligible, the principal investigator of the study must be an STN nurse member. The role and importance of nurses in the conceptualization, data collection, analysis, and/or reporting is imperative.

STN’s aim is to fund studies whose findings will be transferable to other organizations and practitioners once completed. Applicants should be ready to implement their projects immediately following funding from STN. To expedite this, the application requires you to provide evidence of permission to use the tools proposed. Only projects approved by your Institutional Review Board (IRB) or which have been exempted in writing by your IRB will be funded. A copy of your IRB approval on IRB letterhead and with an appropriate signature will be required prior to the funding of the grant.

Please visit the [STN Research Grant Funding](https://traumanurses.org/resources/research-grants) webpage for more information about submission requirements and to [submit your research grant proposal](https://www.cognitoforms.com/SocietyOfTraumaNurses/STNGrantProgramApplicationForm) for the upcoming funding cycle. Please contact [Stephanie Czuhajewsk](mailto:sczuhajewski@traumanurses.org)[i](mailto:sczuhajewski@traumanurses.org) for more information.

 [ Additional Research Grant Information ](https://traumanurses.org/resources/research-grant-info)

## Requirements for all Funded Grants

**Interim and Final Reports**
At the half-way point and at the conclusion of your study or evidence-based practice project, a report from the Grantee is required.

**Publishing Your Work**
It is expected that any project receiving funding from STN, when published or presented, the research should recognize STN in the following way: ***“Funding provided by STN Grant for Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Projects.”***An STN logo will be provided for your use. The findings of your study will be posted on the STN website. The specifics will be discussed with you prior to the posting. STN requires all Grantees to submit their research to The Journal of Trauma Nursing (submission does not guarantee publication).

**When the Investigator or Team Members Leave the Institution**
STN must be notified by email (to [Stephanie Czuhajewski](mailto:sczuhajewski@traumanurses.org)) should any member of the research team leave the institution.

**If a Project Cannot be Completed**
If a project funded by STN cannot be completed for any reason, the STN must be informed immediately and any remaining funds must be returned to STN.

**Conclusion**
In summary, STN aims to fund studies and projects that represent good science, are likely to impact trauma patients and their families in a direct and meaningful way, foster health equity, and that are replicable and/or have broad-based impact.

Please contact [Stephanie Czuhajewski](mailto:sczuhajewski@traumanurses.org) if you have any questions.

## Research Grants Awarded from STN Research Grant Fund

###  2022

A pilot study to assess the utility of a mobile clinical decision-making tool for Pediatric Trauma clinical care guidelines.

Children’s Health Orange County

###  2022

Designing a Forensic Evidence Collection Training Based on the Analysis of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Markers and Emergency Department Nurses’ Experiences.

The University of Texas at El Paso

###  2021

Neuroinflammatory biomarkers, symptoms, and functional outcomes in individuals with moderate traumatic brain injury.

University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies

###  2020

Using Data Collected from a “Trauma Informed Care” training to evaluate healthcare providers’ attitudes and communication skills with trauma patients.

The University of Texas at El Paso

###  2019

Prevalence and Predictive Characteristics of Agitation in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury in the Acute Care Setting.

University of Maryland Medical Center

###  2017

Concussion Symptom Management: Use of a Mobile Application.

Western Michigan University