ARS Friends in Research Award
The ARS Friends in Research Award funds innovative research in rhinology to advance scientific knowledge and support career development for early and mid-career investigators.
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 $25,000 total for up to 24 months; non-renewable; no PI salary support.
Summary: Supports innovative basic, translational, or clinical research in rhinology and career development for ARS members.
Key Information: Only ARS members who have completed residency and lack significant prior funding are eligible.
Description
The ARS Friends in Research Award is designed to support basic, translational, or clinical research projects in rhinology. The award aims to advance knowledge and innovation in any area of rhinology and is intended as a career development opportunity for early and mid-career investigators. Recipients are expected to conduct their work with institutional approval, present their findings at national meetings, and publish results, with the American Rhinologic Society (ARS) retaining right of first refusal for publication. The program encourages applicants to outline their research vision, career goals, and training plans.
