Multi-Centered Clinical Cooperative Seed Grant
The Multi-Centered Clinical Cooperative Seed Grant from the American Otological Society funds early-stage, multi-institutional clinical research in otology and neurotology to lay the groundwork for future large trials.
Funder: American Otological Society
Due Dates: November 1, 2026: Letter of Intent deadline | January 31, 2027: Full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Seed funding for multi-site clinical collaborations; specific dollar amount and duration not yet published.
Summary: Supports the development of multi-center clinical research infrastructure in otology and neurotology to enable future large-scale clinical trials.
Description
This grant provides seed funding to facilitate the creation and organization of multi-center clinical studies in otology and neurotology. The primary goal is to enable collaborative frameworks among multiple research institutions, laying the groundwork for future, larger-scale clinical trials. By supporting early-stage, team-based projects that may not be eligible for major external funding, the grant aims to accelerate research into the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of ear-related disorders. The program emphasizes fostering innovation, particularly for junior investigators and novel collaborations.
