NMDP Barbara Buchbinder Nurse Research Program
Supporting nurse researchers improving transplant for pediatric patients
Allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT) has life-changing potential for children with blood cancers and blood disorders. However, caring for pediatric patients requires a unique and specialized approach that accounts for their physical, social and psychological growth and development. The NMDPSM Barbara Buchbinder Nurse Research Program supports nurse researchers who aim to improve the transplant experience and outcomes for children who need HCT.
The Buchbinder Nurse Research Program awards $25,000 each year to one nurse researcher.
Application period open for the 2026 Buchbinder Nurse Research Program
NMDP is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Buchbinder Nurse Research Program. Proposals are due by 2 p.m. CST on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. NMDP will announce the 2026 recipients at the 2026 Tandem Meetings held Feb. 4–8, 2026. Questions? Email bbgrant@nmdp.org.
Grant application
Download the application for the 2026 NMDP Barbara Buchbinder Nurse Research Program.
Application instructions
Access the grant application instructions, including proposal requirements and budget restrictions.
Investing in HCT nurse researchers
The Barbara Buchbinder grant has been an impactful influence in my ability to participate in research—an opportunity I never thought I would have. This grant has allowed me to ask clinically meaningful questions that will directly impact patients."
BRENNA MCGINN, MSN, CPNP-AC
Children’s Hospital of Colorado, 2024 Buchbinder Nurse Scholar
I am deeply honored to receive this grant and recognition. It is especially meaningful to have my work acknowledged by an organization that values the contributions of nursing and nursing science."
CLIFTON P. THORNTON, PHD, MSN
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 2025 Buchbinder Nurse Scholar
Honoring Barbara Buchbinder through innovative pediatric HCT research
Barbara Buchbinder was a beloved wife and mother of two who dedicated more than 20 years of her nursing career to pediatric hematology/oncology and HCT care.
NMDP established the Buchbinder Nurse Research Program through a philanthropic gift to honor Barbara. The program commemorates her desire to change the lives of pediatric transplant patients through impactful research.
NMDP relies on financial contributions from generous supporters to fund research focused on improving patient outcomes.
For more information about the Buchbinder Nurse Research Program, email bbgrant@nmdp.org.
NMDP Amy Strelzer Manasevit Research Program
In addition to supporting pediatric HCT nurse researchers, NMDP invests in early-career physician researchers through the NMDP Amy Strelzer Manasevit Research Program.