DeadlineApril 15, 2026; Winner announcement: November; Winner Announcement: September; Winner notification: September; September: Winner notification; Study start date: December 1, 2026; December 1, 2026: Study start date
Award amount$2,000; $1,000; $4,000; $2,500; $5,000; $35,000; $10,000; $25,000
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
Application
Clinical Research Grant: Mentored Research Studies
Information and application guidelines for the ASHFoundation's mentored research grant, supporting new investigators in communication sciences and disorders.
Must have received a PhD or equivalent research doctorate in communication sciences and disorders or a related field.; Proposals accepted from individuals in final stages of dissertation, but PhD must be received by September 1, 2025.; Must demonstrate potential for and commitment to independent research.; Research must have significance to audiology or speech-language pathology intervention or assessment.; Must identify a mentor willing to provide a firm commitment for at least one year.
Requirements
Mentoring plan demonstrating mentor involvement.; Research study must be completable within two years.; Documented matching funds or other support is prioritized.; Intent to Submit Form must be completed by March 5.
Application materials
Investigator Letter (2 pages); Abstract (1 page); Research Plan (12 pages); Mentoring Plan (2 pages); References/Appendices (6 pages); Management Plan (2 pages)
How to apply
Complete the Intent to Submit Form via the online submission system by March 5.; Prepare a single PDF document containing all required sections.; Submit proposal through the online portal.
Important dates
March 5: Intent to Submit Form deadline; August 29, 2025: Deadline for IRB approval documentation; September: Competition results notification; November: Award recipients announced; December 31, 2026: Final report deadline
Contact
foundationprograms@asha.org
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