ERGONOMICS
RESEARCH GRANT
ANNOUNCEMENT
Applications for the new ESGE–PENTAX Medical Ergonomics Research Grant will open on September 8, 2026.
Endoscopy-related musculoskeletal injuries are an important occupational concern for gastrointestinal endoscopists and the wider endoscopy workforce.
The ESGE–PENTAX Medical Ergonomics Research Grant supports independent scientific research aimed at improving the understanding, measurement and prevention of ergonomic risks in gastrointestinal endoscopy. The initiative seeks to support original, methodologically robust and feasible research that contributes to safer and more sustainable endoscopic practice.
SCOPE
OF THE GRANT
Applications should address one or more of the following areas:
- biomechanics and kinesiology;
- preventive interventions for endoscopy-related musculoskeletal injuries;
- ergonomics training and education; and
- cost and impact studies
Prospective, intervention-based, multidisciplinary and proof-of-concept studies are particularly encouraged.
Purely descriptive surveys without a novel research question, objective ergonomic assessment or clear pathway towards an intervention will not be prioritised.
Applications will be assessed according to their scientific originality and relevance, methodological quality, feasibility and value for money.
GRANT VALUE
One ESGE–PENTAX Medical Ergonomics Research Grant of €8,000 will be awarded to support one project. The scientific evaluation, ranking and final selection of the successful project will be the sole responsibility of ESGE.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must:
- be ESGE Individual Members with active membership at the application deadline;
- be affiliated with a recognised medical, academic, or research institution;
- submit an original research project within the scope of the Grant;
- submit their application in English.
Applications are open to investigators from all countries and at all career stages. Multidisciplinary and multicentre projects are encouraged.
Full eligibility criteria, application requirements and Grant conditions are available in the Terms and Conditions
TIMELINE
- Call opened: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
- Application deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026, at 23:59 CEST
- Notification of the outcome: December 2026
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the ESGE online application system by the published deadline.
For questions regarding the Grant or the application process, please contact Gabriella Varga at gabriella.varga@esge.com.
