The Massachusetts Nurses Foundation is accepting applications for its annual research grant awards. Awards will be made in both novice researcher and expert researcher categories.

Individuals must meet the following criteria: applicant must be an MNA member; the principle investigator must be a registered nurse and the focus of the research must be directed toward nursing practice and/or professional nursing issues. Proposals in all areas are welcome but priority will be given to (1) studies that examine outcomes of patient care directly related to nursing (2) topics that reflect the changing health care environment.

The deadline for submission of application is May 1st. Applications are available by contacting the MNF at 781.830.5745.