Research Grants & Awards - American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
ASHRAE's Research Grants & Awards support graduate research in HVAC&R, fostering innovation and professional growth in environmental control and building systems.
Funder: American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
Due Dates: March 2, 2026 | March 2, 2027 | March 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per award; typically 10–25 awards annually; paid in two installments ($10,000 each) with an additional honorarium up to $3,000 for peer-reviewed publication/presentation.
Summary: Supports full-time graduate students conducting research in HVAC&R or allied fields to foster academic and professional growth.
Key Information: Past recipients are not eligible to reapply; application requires official transcript and faculty advisor endorsement.
Description
The ASHRAE Graduate Student Grant-In-Aid Award provides financial support for full-time graduate students engaged in research related to heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning, or allied fields. The program aims to encourage outstanding students to pursue innovative research, become involved in ASHRAE activities, and develop careers that contribute to the HVAC&R profession. Awards are intended for the student's personal use while completing their graduate education and research.
