AUGS-SGS Subgroup of the Fellows’ Pelvic Research Network (FPRN)® 

CALL FOR NEW FPRN^® RESEARCH PROPOSALS!

AUGS-SGS Group of the Fellows' Pelvic Research Network^®
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 11:59 EST

Accepted proposals will be presented in-person, or virtually, at AUGS PFD Week 2025 in Vancouver, Canada from October 14-17, 2025

What are we looking for?

• Feasible, multi-center projects that are amenable to ancillary studies.
• Special interest will be given to studies that identify and address health disparities.

How many projects will be funded?

• No limit to the number of proposals we are accepting.
• Voting for new projects occurs at the upcoming FPRN® meeting at PFD Week.

Explanation of Timeline:

• Proposals are due Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 11:59 EST.
• The AUGS-SGS Group of the FPRN® Steering Committee and Advisory Board review all proposals for innovation, feasibility, and appropriate multi-center design. Selected proposals will be invited to present at the FPRN® meeting during PFD Week 2025.
• Steering Committee provides feedback for all submitted proposals.

Research Proposal Template:

• Projects should use the FPRN® proposal template (Download it HERE)

Prior to Proposal Submission:

• Please join the FPRN® HERE. There is no fee to join, but you must be an Associate Member of SGS which requires $50 annual dues and can be extended for up to three years post-fellowship.

Where to Submit:

• Projects should be submitted online HERE

Do I need to include a budget?

• Yes, please be sure to include an itemized budget for your project

Need help with your proposal?
The Steering Committee members will be holding office hours to answer questions related to new proposals. Use this link during the following times to join Zoom office hours.

• Monday, Aug 25, 2025 8:30 PM
• Tuesday, Aug 26, 2025 8:00 AM
• Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025 9:00 PM
• Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 8:00 PM

Please reach out to the Steering Committee Chair with any questions or concerns.

Sujatha Narayanamoorthy
[email protected].

AUGS-SGS Subgroup Steering Committee