On behalf of the International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS), we are pleased to share that applications for the 2027 International Outreach Travel Grant are now open.
The grant supports researchers based in low-, lower-middle-, and upper-middle-income countries who wish to attend and present their research at the 2027 Annual Meeting, presented by IARS and SOCCA, taking place from 30 April to 2 May 2027 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Selected recipients will receive:
- Funding of USD 1,000–5,000
- Complimentary registration for the Annual Meeting
- Valuable international exposure
- Networking and mentorship opportunities
- Opportunities to strengthen collaboration across regions
Eligible researchers are encouraged to apply for the travel grant and submit an abstract for the 2027 Annual Meeting.
The application deadline is Wednesday, 12 August 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Below you will find important information about the travel grant, including details on an upcoming informational webinar on July 23, eligibility, application requirements, and benefits.
International Outreach Travel Grant Guidance Webinar
Thursday, July 23, 2026
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm ET
Register for the Informational Webinar Today
We invite you to attend this free, live webinar which will provide guidance on how to develop a stronger application and improve applicants’ chances of success. Led by the Chair of the IARS International Outreach Travel Grant Review Study Section, this session will offer practical guidance on developing a compelling abstract, crafting a competitive application, and understanding what reviewers look for in successful submissions. The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A, providing an opportunity to ask questions directly to the Review Study Chair and hear from past travel grant recipients before the application deadline.
International Outreach Travel Grant
Travel support | $1,000–$5,000 USD and complimentary meeting registration | Open to applicants from low-, lower-middle (LMIC), and upper-middle-income countries (UMIC)
Share your research at the 2027 Annual Meeting, presented by IARS and SOCCA, and apply for a travel grant to attend in person, April 30 – May 2, 2027, in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
- Eligibility: Early- to mid-career investigators, in-training researchers from low-, lower-middle- and upper-middle-income countries
- Requirements:
- Must apply for the travel grant via ProposalCentral
- Must submit an abstract to the 2027 Annual Meeting
- Must be an IARS member (discounted membership options available for members in LMICs and UMICs)
- Must currently reside in a LMIC or UMIC country and be conducting the application research in that country as well (view eligible countries)
- May only submit one travel grant application. Choose only your strongest abstract with the highest likelihood of acceptance for your travel grant application
- Medically challenging cases, case reports and case series do not qualify for this grant
- Benefits of the travel grant:
- International exposure and crucial travel support
- Opportunity to present in a dynamic, multinational context
- Opportunity to connect with global collaborators, mentors and peers
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