GLATA Research Assistance Grants
GLATA Research Assistance Grants support students, athletic training clinicians, educators, and pilot investigators in original research and proof-of-concept work to advance research relevant to athletic training.
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Funder: Great Lakes Athletic Trainers' Association
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Student grants) | April 15, 2027 (Pilot grants) | September 15, 2027 (Professional and pilot grants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 (master’s), $2,500 (doctoral), $6,000 (professional), or $500 (pilot); generally one-year projects
Summary: GLATA supports original research relevant to athletic training through student, professional, and proof-of-concept pilot grants.
Key Information: GLATA membership is required, with applicant or investigator requirements differing by grant category.
Description
The Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association (GLATA) Research Assistance Committee administers grants to foster original scientific investigations by its members on topics relevant to athletic training. Separate master’s and doctoral awards support student-driven research, while the professional program supports certified professional members working as athletic training clinicians or educators. Interdisciplinary collaboration between athletic trainers and other health-care researchers is encouraged.
The pilot program supports investigators who need modest resources to test a research idea and demonstrate proof of concept. It focuses on purchasing small equipment or enrolling a small number of subjects for preliminary work. Pilot proposals are assessed for alignment with GLATA and committee priorities, the strength of their research rationale, and their potential to support future research funding.
