Distinguished Investigator Innovation Grants
Supports senior investigators in conducting innovative research to advance understanding and prevention of suicide, requiring at least one suicide outcome measure and active engagement with the research community.
Funder: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Distinguished Investigator Innovation Grants, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 total for 2 years
Summary: Supports senior investigators (associate professor or higher) in conducting innovative, high-impact suicide prevention research with at least one suicide outcome measure.
Key Information: Applicants must hold associate professor rank or higher and have an established research/publication record.
Description
This grant supports senior-level investigators (associate professor or higher) with an established record of research and publications to advance innovative, high-impact research focused on suicide or suicide prevention. Projects must be centrally focused on suicide or suicide prevention and include at least one suicide outcome measure. The program aims to leverage the leadership and expertise of experienced researchers to deepen understanding of suicide causes, risk factors, and the effectiveness of interventions or treatments. Active engagement with the suicide prevention research community and dissemination of findings are expected.
