Sigma Foundation for Nursing/Doris Bloch Research Award

Purpose

The Sigma Foundation for Nursing/Doris Bloch Research Award encourages nurses to contribute to the advancement of nursing through research.

Funds for this grant do not cover expenses incurred prior to the funding date.

Research Funding

Allocation of funds is based on the quality of the proposed research, the future promise of the applicant and the applicant's research budget. Applications from novice researchers who have received no other national research funds are encouraged and will receive preference for funding, other aspects being equal. Preference will be given to Sigma Theta Tau International members, other qualifications being equal. Funding is provided by a gift to the honor society's Research Endowment from the Doris Bloch estate.