The Research Committee will review the proposals for scientific merit and feasibility based on the criteria stated below. ANNA will award funding based on established research priorities and availability of funds. The principal investigator must be an ANNA member for one year prior to applying for the research grant and remain a full member of ANNA for the duration of the research project. The primary principal investigator must be a registered nurse and must have a minimum of a Master's Degree. If two or more individuals are applying as co-investigators, all must be members of ANNA for the duration of the research project with at least one of the co-investigators being a full member, and others being either full or associate members. Applicants must be actively involved in nephrology nursing related health care services. The principal or co-principal investigator(s) who are full members of ANNA must provide evidence of their experience and credentials demonstrating the ability to complete the research project and commitment to nephrology nursing. The project may be a new endeavor or one already in progress. The project proposal must include a cover letter, the ANNA Research Grant Application Cover Sheet, the ANNA Research Grant Application Co-investigator, Consultant, or Collaborator Sheet, with an additional sheet behind it identifying the contribution of each team member and how this fits with their expertise and will facilitate completion of the research; a budget sheet; a detailed timetable with information from the beginning to the end of the project; the ANNA Research Grant Application Checklist, with checks; abstract; research plan; references; appendices; plans for IRB submission and approval; curriculum vitae; personal research articles; and a professional headshot. The First Proposal may be submitted on August 31, 2024. The Final Proposals must be submitted on November 15, 2024. Please visit the award's website for more information.