The New Century Scholars Research Grant funds innovative research in communication sciences and disorders, with special focus on AAC and swallowing, from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation.
Funder: American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Intent to Submit Form | August 2027: IRB/human subjects approval due
Funding Amounts: Up to four grants of $25,000 each; funding supports 1- or 2-year studies.
Summary: Supports innovative research in communication sciences and disorders, including special opportunities for AAC and swallowing studies.
This grant program, offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation), funds up to four research projects that advance knowledge, tools, or techniques in communication sciences and disorders. The program welcomes proposals from both new and experienced investigators, especially those pursuing new research directions. There are special endowed opportunities for studies in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and in swallowing/swallowing disorders. The grant aims to foster impactful research that can influence clinical practice and scientific understanding in audiology and speech-language pathology.