Investigator Research Grant
Funds research in hearing and balance that advances audiology care, with priority for academic-clinical partnerships and projects improving patient outcomes and safety.
Funder: American Academy of Audiology Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (full application) | February 2027 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 for a one-year project; typically one award per cycle.
Summary: Funds research in hearing and balance, prioritizing academic-clinical partnerships that advance audiology care and patient safety.
Key Information: No indirect costs allowed; applicants must not have significant prior funding in the proposed area.
Description
This grant supports basic and applied research in hearing and balance, with the goal of advancing the profession of audiology and improving outcomes for individuals with hearing loss and/or balance disorders. It is designed to fund projects that enhance the evaluation and management of such conditions, with particular emphasis on proposals that foster academic-clinical partnerships. Priority areas include research on the contributions of hearing screening to patient care and quality of life, as well as projects focusing on patient safety and direct access to audiology services.
