INACSL “Debra Spunt” Research Grants

INACSL “Debra Spunt” Research Grants is sponsored by International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL). These grants are designed to fund research that advances the science of simulation in healthcare, specifically in the nursing field.

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Rigorously designed research proposals, both qualitative and quantitative are welcome. Two applicants are selected for $1,000 grants funded by Laerdal Medical. Applications are open August 24th at 5:00 am EST to October 26th 11:59 pm PST.

August 24, 2026 at 5:00am EST INACSL opens call for research grant proposals. Vendor request for Proposal Flyer due to INACSL Recorded presentation on the grant submission requirements will be available soon. October 26, 2026 at 11:59pm PST INACSL research grant proposals due.

INACSL coordinates peer review. INACSL notifies awardees. January 2027 - February 2027 Vendor begins work with grants department at recipient institution to execute product and intellectual property agreement.

January 2027 - December 2027 Vendor to meet with researchers at various touchpoints (i.e.. Month one, Month Two, Quarterly) Researchers recognized at annual INACSL conference Researcher to submit final report to INACSL and vendor *Dates are subject to change Proposals must be submitted by an INACSL member. The INACSL member can be the primary investigator or part of a team of researchers.

If the INACSL member is part of a team, the INACSL member submitting the request must be a key person on the research team and is responsible for the reporting and follow-through. These grants are designed to encourage novice researchers. Priority will be given to first-time applicants.

Each submission is only eligible for one grant award. Proposals must target at least one of INACSL's Research Priorities. Submissions require the following items to be uploaded with the application form: Proposal providing a clear and complete narrative account of the research project.

It should include what is to be done, why, and how. The proposal should address the innovative nature of the research and include a title page, proposal, budget and references. The proposal should be no more than three (3) pages with the following sections: Abstract - Summary including the background of the proposed project and any previous experience you have with the topic.

Significance - Describe the need your project will address. Clearly describe the issue, identify the benefits to the nursing community, and how the study aligns with the INACSL Research Priorities . Question/Hypothesis - Identify the research question or proposition you intend to address with your study.

IRB/Ethics Approval - State whether IRB approval has been obtained or will be/has been submitted for. If IRB approval has not been sought, include the rationale for not obtaining approval. Methodology - Describe your research design, sample, instruments, data collection procedures, and analysis procedures.

Include a description of your sample and limitations of the study. Evaluation Outcomes - Clearly list the desired outcomes, linking the to the research question/purpose. Project Description and Timeline - Include a timeline of the project from its inception through its completion.

Budget - One (1) page/spreadsheet addressing all items needed to complete the study and how the grant funding will be utilized. References - Pertinent references to support the proposal Writing Style - The proposal is well-written, free from major grammatical or spelling errors, and demonstrate clarity and professionalism throughout. Curriculum Vitae (CV) - Six (6) page maximum; may be single-spaced.

Include employment history, educational history, publications, research with dollar amounts, awards and honors, professional activities and community service, selected presentations, and other activities that demonstrate sustained contributions. Each category should be organized starting with the most recent activities.

For lengthy careers, the relevant activities and accomplishments should be highlighted, or the candidate may specify that the CV provides detail for only the last ten (10) years with abbreviated references to prior timespans. Do not include courses taught, theses/dissertations supervised, extensive job descriptions, institutional committees, publications in process, or continuing education.

The selection committee will consider all proposals to be evaluated according to the rubric , including: Contribution to relevant nursing issues and the professional literature that enhances the state-of-the-science in this area of research and teaching Technical merit - Is the project feasible, reasonable, doable? Methodology - Is it appropriate for answering the research question?

Likelihood of timely completion of the project Cost-effectiveness - Project budget is required Consistency with INACSL’s mission and research priorities Writing style - Be sure to proofread and correct grammatical errors, poor sentence structure, and spelling errors prior to submission Grant awardees are required to submit progress reports.

Upon completion of the project, grant awardees shall submit an abstract for consideration to the INACSL Annual Conference for podium or poster presentation and/or submit a research report to for publication in INACSL's official journal, Clinical Simulation in Nursing. Applications are typically open August through October. Click here to learn about past Debra Spunt Research Grant recipients.

Debra L. Spunt, DNP, RN, FAAN, was a pioneer in clinical simulation in nursing, co-founder of INACSL and served as its first president. She worked as an assistant professor and director of the clinical simulation labs at the University of Maryland School of Nursing.

She died of cancer at age 50 in 2007, and the Debra Spunt Research Grant was created in her honor.

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