TSGE Research Grant 

Applications are OPEN! Deadline to submit is May 1, 2026

Texas Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy is a statewide professional association for physicians to improve the knowledge, skills, and standard of care in the field of gastroenterology, hepatology, and gastrointestinal endoscopy. The Academic Task Force of TSGE promotes professional development of fellows and faculty members and enhances exchanges between academic programs and the GI community at large in education and practice development. 
  
The Texas Society for Gastroenterology and Endoscopy (TSGE) is offering a $10,000 grant to fund research in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy. 
  
The purpose of the grant is aimed at improving and supporting research, education, disease awareness and prevention as well as patient supported activities. We hope the approved grant will advance the TSGE mission and benefit patients with GI and Liver diseases in Texas. 
  
The grant is open to all junior gastroenterology and hepatology faculty members in Texas. Eligible applicants must either be a current member of TSGE or will join upon submitting their grant application. 
  
Applications will be reviewed by the TSGE Grant Committee. The grant winner will be notified prior to the Annual Conference and expected to attend the Annual TSGE Conference September 18 - 20, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Save the date if you're applying! The winner will be recognized formally during the conference and highlighted on TSGE social media platforms at that time. 
Grant Guidelines for Submission:
Grant Period: September 2026 - August 31, 2027
Project Purpose: The purpose of the grant is aimed at improving and supporting research, education, disease awareness and prevention as well as patient supported activities. 
ELIGIBILITY: 
  • Applicant must be a TSGE member.
  • If not a member, contact Ky Camero at [email protected] or join online. 
STRUCTURE OF PROPOSAL:All proposals must be submitted using the grant application on the TSGE website (below). Please complete the following information using no more than 3 full pages and submit using the button below. 
  
The proposal must include the following: 
Title page including principal investigator and collaborators
  • Organization Name and Mailing Address
  • Contact Name including telephone number and e-mail address. 

Abstract of no more than 250 words

Budget and budget justification (Example: biostatistician, research coordinator, data manager, and manuscript/poster preparation for national meetings). NOTE: Indirect costs, travel, or PI salary support are not accepted. 

Body of proposal should include: 
  • Goals and objectives
  • Statement of need/rationale for project
  • Project description
  • Evaluation of outcomes
  • Plans for practical application and dissemination, if relevant 

Award Notification: July 2026

Written Report and Presentation: Award winner will submit a brief, formal written report (1-2 pages) at the conclusion of their project detailing the method, outcome, use of funding, and potential for further funding. Award winner will be expected to present the results of the research at the TSGE Annual Conference in September 2027. 

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