American Short-Term Research Publication Grants support women preparing research manuscripts for publication across all fields to advance gender equity and women’s participation in research and academic leadership.
Funder: American Association of University Women
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Applications close)
Funding Amounts: $8,000 per grant
Summary: Supports women preparing research manuscripts for publication across all fields, advancing women’s participation in research and academic leadership.
Key Information: Applicants must hold an eligible terminal degree and be sole, first, or equivalently significant authors; tenured professors are ineligible.
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) provides Short-Term Research Publication Grants to help women prepare research manuscripts for publication. The program aims to increase women’s participation in research, development, and academic leadership and promote gender equity across research. All fields of study are eligible, with particular encouragement for applicants in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics or researching gender issues.
Supported work includes drafting, editing, modifying manuscripts, replicating research, and responding to critical review. The program values original, significant projects that address important questions or gaps and contribute to knowledge, practice, policy, innovation, or understanding. Applicants should present feasible manuscript preparation and financial plans, clear career objectives, and evidence of commitment to advancing opportunities or equity for women and girls.