The MLA Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant supports innovative projects that advance health sciences librarianship and information sciences.
Funder: Medical Library Association
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Amount and number of awards determined annually; typically supports research-related projects for health sciences librarianship.
Summary: Supports innovative research, development, or demonstration projects that advance health sciences librarianship and information sciences.
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant funds projects that promote excellence and innovation in health sciences librarianship and information sciences. The grant is designed for non-operational, broadly useful activities—such as research, development, or demonstration projects—that have the potential to benefit the field at large. Projects should aim to enhance knowledge, tools, or practices for health sciences librarians and information professionals.