AHNS/AAO-HNSF Young Investigator Research Development Award
Supports early-career academic head and neck surgeons in developing research skills and pilot data through innovative, collaborative projects focused on neoplastic disease.
Funder: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Letter of Intent) | January 2027 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 total over 2 years ($20,000 in year 1, $30,000 in year 2); non-renewable
Summary: Supports early-career academic head and neck surgeons in developing research skills in neoplastic disease through innovative, collaborative projects.
Key Information: Forecasted dates; LOI required; strict eligibility for surgeons within 4 years of training.
Description
This award is designed to foster the development of basic, clinical, or translational research skills among new full-time academic head and neck surgeons, specifically focused on neoplastic disease of the head and neck. It serves as a preliminary step in clinical investigator career development, supporting collaborative and innovative projects that can generate pilot data for future major grant submissions. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, career development, and projects with the potential for long-term impact in the field.
