Robert W. Young Award for Undergraduate Student Research in Acoustics
Supports undergraduate-led research projects in any area of acoustics to foster early scientific engagement and skill development in the field.
Funder: Acoustical Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Proposal submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to five awards of up to $700 each for separate undergraduate research projects in acoustics; one-time funding per project.
Summary: Supports and encourages undergraduate student research in acoustics through small research awards.
Key Information: Only undergraduate students at U.S. institutions are eligible; proposals to fund meeting attendance are not supported.
Description
The Robert W. Young Award for Undergraduate Student Research in Acoustics, administered by the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) through the Acoustical Society Foundation Fund, aims to foster early-career engagement in acoustics by supporting undergraduate research projects. Established in honor of Robert W. Young, a past ASA president and Fellow, the award encourages undergraduates to pursue independent or team-based research in any area of acoustics, helping to develop the next generation of researchers in the field.
