This grant funds research to improve genetic testing for hearing loss, aiming to advance diagnosis, clinical care, and patient outcomes through innovative scientific approaches.
Funder: American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Letter of Intent) | January 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 maximum total costs per award; one-year, non-renewable; up to two awards expected.
Summary: Supports research advancing the use and impact of genetic testing for hearing loss, with a focus on improving diagnosis, care, and patient outcomes.
This grant supports research projects that advance the understanding and application of genetic testing in hearing loss. Funded projects may address reducing barriers to genetic testing, increasing its utilization, evaluating its impact on patient outcomes and quality of life, addressing clinical care gaps, understanding healthcare and economic impacts, implementing efficient clinical workflows, improving newborn screening algorithms, and enhancing diagnostic yield. Innovative approaches to preventing missed or delayed diagnosis of sensorineural hearing loss and other genetics-focused topics related to hearing loss diagnosis and treatment are also encouraged.