Innovative Research Grant and Homer Addams Award
ASHRAE’s Innovative Research Grant and Homer Addams Award advance and recognize groundbreaking scientific research in HVAC&R engineering.
Funder: American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
Due Dates: December 3, 2026: Submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Innovative Research Grant: funding varies by project; Homer Addams Award: recognition award; Graduate Student Grant-in-Aid: up to $20,000 per student, 10–25 awards/year
Summary: Supports groundbreaking research and honors exceptional contributions in the HVAC&R engineering field.
Description
The American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) offers a suite of funding and recognition opportunities to advance the HVAC&R field. The Innovative Research Grant supports original, high-impact research proposals addressing emerging challenges in heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and related engineering disciplines. The Homer Addams Award recognizes individuals whose research or educational work has significantly advanced HVAC&R science or its application. Additionally, the Graduate Student Grant-in-Aid program provides substantial support for outstanding graduate students pursuing research in ASHRAE-related technologies.
