[American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation](https://www.ashfoundation.org)

March 4, 2026 (Intent to Submit Form) | August 31, 2026 (IRB approval submission)

Up to four grants of $25,000 each; funding supports one- or two-year projects.

Supports innovative research in communication sciences and disorders, advancing knowledge and addressing unmet needs in the field.

--- ## Description The New Century Scholars Research Grant, offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation), provides up to four awards of $25,000 each to support innovative research projects in communication sciences and disorders. The program is open to both new and experienced investigators seeking to launch new research directions that promise significant impact or address unmet needs within the discipline. Projects may span any content area relevant to communication sciences and disorders, including special opportunities for research in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and swallowing disorders. The grant aims to seed novel ideas and foster impactful research that can influence clinical practice and advance the field. --- ## Due Dates - March 4, 2026: Intent to Submit Form deadline (required before proposal submission) - August 31, 2026: IRB approval submission deadline (IRB approval must be sent by this date; lack of IRB determination will disqualify the proposal) --- ## Funding Amount - Up to four grants awarded, each for $25,000. - Funding may be used for one- or two-year research projects. - No institutional overhead or indirect costs are allowed; funding is directed to research expenses only. - Funds are disbursed in U.S. currency to investigators in the United States or Canada. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent research doctorate in communication sciences and disorders. - Current students or those working on dissertation research are not eligible. - Commitment to independent research is required. - Research must have direct significance and application to communication sciences and disorders. - The research setting must support completion of the project. - Experienced investigators must justify how the proposed work is new and not an extension of currently funded efforts. - Preference is given to ASHA members. - Proposals submitted to this competition cannot be submitted to other 2026 ASHFoundation grant competitions for the same project. - Special funding is available for AAC and swallowing research, but all proposals must meet standard funding criteria. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [Intent to Submit Form](https://ashfoundation.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/login/127) by March 4, 2026. - Prepare a single PDF application with all required sections: - Investigator Letter - Abstract - Research Plan (including Specific Aims, Design, Methodology, Facilities/Resources) - References/Appendices - Management Plan - Budget (no indirect costs) - NIH-style Biographical Sketch (see [Common Form instructions](https://grants.nih.gov/grants-process/write-application/forms-directory/biographical-sketch-common-form)) - IRB Approval or Human Subjects documentation (if applicable) - Key Personnel biosketches - Letter of Institutional Commitment - Optional Letters of Support - If IRB approval is not available at submission, provide detailed human subjects information and ensure final approval is sent by August 31, 2026. - Proposals are evaluated on significance, innovation, rigor, feasibility, investigator expertise, and available resources. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must begin December 1, 2026. - No funds may be used for institutional overhead, indirect costs, or travel to conventions/meetings unrelated to research activities. - Special endowments are available for AAC and swallowing research, with at least one grant reserved for AAC-focused proposals if criteria are met. --- ## External Links - [ASHFoundation New Century Scholars Research Grant Program Page](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/new-century-scholars-research-grant/) - [ASHFoundation Grants Overview](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/#Grants) - [Biographical Sketch Common Form Instructions](https://grants.nih.gov/grants-process/write-application/forms-directory/biographical-sketch-common-form) - [Intent to Submit Form Portal](https://ashfoundation.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/login/127) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-------------------| | ASHFoundation Programs | foundationprograms@asha.org | +1 301-296-8700 |

New Century Scholars Research Grant

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