Research to Enhance the Impact and Diversification of Psychology & Law Research
The American Psychology-Law Society funds innovative, interdisciplinary research to expand and diversify the impact of psychology and law, with a focus on novel approaches and underrepresented groups.
Funder: American Psychology-Law Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026: Pre-proposal (1,000-word prospectus) | December 2026: Full proposal
Funding Amounts: Small/Seed: $1,000–$5,000 (12 months) | Large: $15,000–$50,000 (12–18 months)
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary, innovative research advancing the impact and diversity of psychology and law, with emphasis on novel topics, methods, and underrepresented groups.
Key Information: At least one co-PI must be an AP-LS member; students may not be sole PI.
Description
This grant initiative from the American Psychology-Law Society (AP-LS) is designed to foster interdisciplinary research that addresses understudied or novel topics at the intersection of psychology and law. The program encourages projects that advance the field through innovative theoretical or methodological approaches, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and research with the potential to transform the discipline. Special emphasis is placed on work that broadens the impact of psychology and law research by exploring new populations, problems, or processes within the legal system, particularly those affecting disadvantaged or underrepresented groups. Collaboration with practitioners or policymakers is required.
