Association For Academic Surgery
The Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) is an organization supporting the development of academic surgeons through education, research awards, meetings (e.g., Academic Surgical Congress), and training programs. The site lists AAS staff and a California address (Encino, CA) and includes foundation/donation and awards information. It is actively updated with 2026 events and news.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A university department, research institute, or academic surgical training program seeking fellowship or trainee support in academic surgery.
Good Fit
- • A formal fellowship or trainee program in academic surgery or surgical research.
- • Institutional status as a university, medical school, or research hospital.
- • Clear plans and metrics for fellow training and research productivity.
- • Capacity to host or administer a named fellowship award.
Geography
In the latest year grants went to recipients in six different states and 94% of 2024 dollars went to out-of-state recipients, indicating a multi-state national footprint rather than a single-state focus.
Recipient Variety
The funder supported multiple independent universities and research institutions (4 recipients in 2022, 3 in 2023, 6 in 2024) with most 2024 recipients appearing distinct rather than affiliated, showing a broad institutional spread for the program size.
New Applicants
Direct behavioral evidence shows high turnover and entry: five of six 2024 grantees were new and only one recipient repeated across the observed years; while no formal application guidelines were found, the giving pattern demonstrates that unfamiliar institutions have been added to the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
