David and Diane Goss Optometry History Fellowship
This fellowship supports research in optometric history by funding travel to archives and requiring a report suitable for publication in Hindsight.
Funder: American Academy of Optometry
Due Dates: July 13, 2026 (final submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000; funds must be used within one year of award announcement
Summary: Supports research in optometric history, enabling travel to archives and requiring a progress report for publication in Hindsight.
Description
This biennial fellowship, established in 2018 and administered by the American Academy of Optometry Foundation, is designed to support individuals conducting research in the history of optometry. The fellowship provides funding to facilitate visits to libraries, archives, and museums, helping recipients advance their research in optometric history. Recipients are required to submit a progress report after one year, suitable for publication in Hindsight, the Optometric Historical Society’s quarterly publication. The goal is to foster scholarship, preserve the historical record of optometry, and encourage contributions from a diverse range of backgrounds.
