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 (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application/projected)
Funding Amounts: Typically up to several thousand dollars per project; total annual funding for all MLA grants exceeds $95,000
Summary: Supports innovative projects that advance excellence in health sciences librarianship and information sciences.
The MLA Research, Development, and Demonstration Project Grant is designed to fund non-operational projects that promote excellence in health sciences librarianship and information sciences. The grant encourages research, development, and demonstration activities that have broad utility, foster innovation, and contribute to the professional growth of health sciences librarians. Projects should advance the field and offer significant impact or value to the medical library community.