The MLA Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant funds innovative research and development projects that advance health sciences librarianship and information sciences.
Funder: Medical Library Association
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (Annual submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: Up to $10,000 per project; awarded annually; number and amount may vary based on endowment funding.
Summary: Supports innovative projects that advance health sciences librarianship and information sciences through non-operational, broadly applicable research or development activities.
Key Information: MLA membership is required to apply.
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant provides funding for projects that promote excellence in health sciences librarianship and information sciences. This grant is designed to support non-operational initiatives with broad applicability, encouraging innovative research, development, or demonstration activities that can advance the field and benefit the wider health sciences library community. Projects may include new research, the development of tools or services, or demonstration projects that have the potential for significant impact in health information practice.