Otology Grants

Deafness Research Foundation 2009-2010 Research Grant: Hearing and Balance Science

Deadline: New/First Year Applicants, December 1, 2008 by 5PM
Renewals/Second Year Applicants, Letter of Intent must be submitted by December 1, 2008 and a completed Second Year Application/Progress Report on January 15, 2009, both received respectively by 5PM.
The Deafness Research Foundation (DRF) requests applications from both new, and DRF awardees applying for a second year of funding, who are dedicated to exploring new avenues of hearing and balance science. All proposals related to research in hearing and balance, both basic and applied clinical, will be considered.

Deafness Research Foundation Centurion Clinical Research Award Grant

Open to those holding MD, PhD, or equivalent degrees and a faculty or post-doctoral appointment in the U.S to support clinical research projects in hearing and balance science including diagnosis, epidemiology, clinical pathophysiology, and treatment. One year, non-renewable. $50,000 maximum. One available annually.

The purpose of this award is to support clinical research projects in hearing and balance science
Clinical research involves human participants and may be directed toward diagnosis, epidemiology,
genetics, clinical pathophysiology, and treatment.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates for this award should hold the M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degrees as well as a faculty or postdoctoral
appointment and demonstrate experience and strong research training as well as sufficient
institutional support (facilities, time, and mentorship) to carry out the proposed work. Ideal candidate
should be is in their first 5 years after completion of formal training. A faculty mentor should be identified
and a letter of support and availability should be included in the application. Previous DRF or AAO-HNS
Foundation research grant recipients are eligible to compete for this grant. However, candidates who
have successfully obtained funding from a private or federal funding agency for the same research are
ineligible. Candidates who have applied for support of the same research from other funding sources, and
who are notified of an award from both another agency and from AHRF must choose only one of the
awards.
CONDITIONS
Research supported by this award should be specifically directed toward the clinical identification,
diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases, disorders, or conditions of the ear. While not specifically
required, proposals which aim to introduce new knowledge and methodology from other disciplines to
research in otology or neurotology, or which demonstrate collaborative effort with members of other
related disciplines are encouraged. Projects must be designed to yield useful information within the period
of award, but priority will be given to projects that are also innovative with promise to develop into new
long-range or expanded research programs capable of attracting funding from other sources.
The grant application must be accompanied by letters of support from the Chair of the candidate’s
academic department. These letters are to indicate a general level of support of the applicant, and to
demonstrate the fact that the department will make time, space, and other resources accessible for
completion of the project. Applicants must obtain letters of support/understanding from all key personnel
on the project.
TERMS
1. Amount: $50,000 maximum
2. Period: 12 months, non-renewable

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

American Laryngological Association/American Laryngological Voice and Research Education Foundation Award

The purpose of this award is to support basic, translational, or clinical research projects in laryngology,
voice, outcomes, and related subjects.
B. ELIGIBILITY
Candidates for this award should be otolaryngologists who have completed their training at an ACGME
accredited program in otolaryngology - head and neck surgery. The principal investigator should be a
physician faculty member of a recognized department, division, or section of otolaryngology-head and
neck surgery. Previous ALA or AAO-HNS Foundation research grant recipients are eligible to compete for
this grant. However, candidates who have successfully obtained funding from a private or federal funding
agency for the same research are ineligible. Candidates who have applied for support of the same
research from other funding sources, and who are notified of an award from both another agency and
from ALA must choose only one of the awards.
C. CONDITIONS
Research supported by this award should be specifically directed toward the pathogenesis,
pathophysiology, diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases, disorders, or conditions of the larynx
and may be either basic or clinical/translational in approach. While not specifically required, proposals
which aim to introduce new knowledge and methodology from other disciplines to research in laryngology
or neurolaryngology, or which demonstrate collaborative effort with members of other related disciplines
are encouraged. Projects must be designed so as to yield useful information within the period of award,
but priority will be given to projects that are also innovative with promise to develop into new long-range
or expanded research programs capable of attracting funding from other sources. The grant application
must be accompanied by letters of support from the Chair of the candidate’s academic department.
These letters are to indicate a general level of support of the applicant, and to demonstrate the fact that
the Department will make time, space, and other resources accessible for completion of the project.
D. TERMS
1. Amount: $10,000 maximum. The foundation will consider requests to cover travel expenses up to
$1000 for the principal investigator to present his/her results at the ALA annual meeting.
2. Period: 12 months, non-renewable

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

American Hearing Research Foundation Wiley H. Harrison Memorial Research Award

Open to physicians (MD at the resident, fellow or junior faculty stage) or PhD scientist in the U.S. or Canada, to support clinical research projects in otology or neurotology designed to increase understanding of hearing disorders. One year, non-renewable, $25,000 maximum, one available annually.

The purpose of this award is to support clinical research projects in otology or Neurotology designed to
increase understanding of hearing disorders.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates for this award should be physicians (M.D.) at the resident, fellow, or junior faculty stage, or
PhD scientists. Previous AHRF or AAO-HNS Foundation research grant recipients are eligible to compete
for this grant. However, candidates who have successfully obtained funding from a private or federal
funding agency for the same research are ineligible. Candidates who have applied for support of the
same research from other funding sources, and who are notified of an award from both another agency
and from AHRF must choose only one of the awards.
CONDITIONS
Research supported by this award should be specifically directed toward the clinical identification,
diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases, disorders, or conditions of the ear. While not specifically
required, proposals which aim to introduce new knowledge and methodology from other disciplines to
research in otology or neurotology, or which demonstrate collaborative effort with members of other
related disciplines are encouraged. Projects must be designed so as to yield useful information within the
period of award, but priority will be given to projects that are also innovative with promise to develop into
new long-range or expanded research programs capable of attracting funding from other sources.
The grant application must be accompanied by letters of support from the Chair of the candidate’s
academic department. These letters are to indicate a general level of support of the applicant, and to
demonstrate the fact that the department will make time, space, and other resources accessible for
completion of the project. Applicants must obtain letters of support/understanding from all key personnel
on the project.
TERMS
1. Amount: $25,000 maximum
2. Period: 12 months, non-renewable

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

The American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Inc., aka The Triological Society

The Triological Career Development Awards provide support for the research career development of otolaryngologists-head and neck surgeons who have made a commitment to focus their research endeavors on patient-oriented research such as clinical trials, translational research, outcomes research and health services research. Five non-renewable awards in the amount of $40,000 each are funded annually for a one or two year project period.

The purpose of this award is to provide support for the research career development of otolaryngologistshead
and neck surgeons who have made a commitment to focus their research endeavors on patient-oriented
research, e.g., clinical trials, translational research. Projects sponsored under this grant program
must have specific application in the field of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.
ELIGIBILITY
Otolaryngologists-head and neck surgeons who hold full-time, part-time or contributed service medical
school faculty appointments and who have made a commitment to focus their research endeavors on
patient-oriented research may apply. Applicants must be sponsored by the Chair of his/her division or
department and by an official representative of the institution which would administer the award and in
whose name the application is formally submitted. Applicants must clearly indicate in the “Other Support”
section of the application whether support for the submitted project is being sought from other funding
agencies or organizations. Applicants currently holding research career development awards from NIH or
other funding agencies are eligible to apply, however, applicants must indicate how the supplemental
funds from the Triological Society’s research grant will be utilized.
CONDITIONS
Research training supported by this award may be related to any research questions relevant to the
specialty of otolaryngology - head and neck surgery, as long as it is demonstrated that the training will
have a direct impact on the applicant’s ability to pursue his/her long-range research objectives. Proposals
which aim to introduce new knowledge and methodology from other disciplines to research in
otolaryngology - head and neck surgery are encouraged. The recipient is expected to devote at least
40% of his/her time to the proposed research and research training activities during the period of the
award. The recipient is expected to submit an abstract to be considered for presentation at a Triological
Society meeting at the conclusion of the award period. The Society shall have the right of first refusal in
regards to publishing the results of any investigation support by this award in its journal, The
Laryngoscope. Applicants must obtain letters of support/understanding from all key personnel on the
project.
TERMS
1. Amount: $40,000 maximum
2. Period: 12 months-24 months, at investigator’s discretion, non-renewable

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Percy Memorial Research Award—Open to any experienced Otolaryngologist investigator who resides in the U.S. or Canada. One year, any topic, non-renewable, $25,000 maximum total costs, one available annually.

The Percy Memorial Research Award is an annual grant-in-aid of a worthy research project proposed in
any area within the scope of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. The Award was established in
memory of A. Edward Percy, Jr., M.D. and his parents.
B. ELIGIBILITY:
Candidates for this grant must reside in the U.S. or Canada and be members in good standing of AAOHNSF.
Applicants should be experienced independent otolaryngologist investigators affiliated with
academic or similar institutions eligible to apply for and administer Federal research awards. Fellows with
substantial research experience are eligible to apply, as are individuals who have already competed
successfully for independent research grant support from a private or Federal funding agency.
CONDITIONS:
Projects must have direct or potential clinical significance for patients seen by otolaryngologists-head and
neck surgeons. They must be designed so as to yield useful information within the period of award, but
priority will be given to projects which are also innovative and promise to develop into new long range
research programs which will attract funding from other sources. Funds may not be requested to pay any
portions of the salaries of the principal investigator or of any support personnel with strictly secretarial or
clerical responsibilities. Funds may also not be used for the purchase of any item of equipment costing
more than $500. Applications must be accompanied by a letter of support from the applicant’s
Department Chair verifying that the applicant will be permitted to devote an appropriate amount of time to
the conduct and timely completion of the proposed research project. Applicants must obtain letters of
support/understanding from all key personnel on the project.
TERMS:
1. Amount: $25,000 maximum total (direct and indirect) costs
2. Period: One year, non-renewable
3. Funding: A single award is expected to be available annually, supported by the earnings of the Percy
Memorial Research Award Endowment. Whether the Percy Award is actually made each year will
depend on the merit of the applications received.

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Maureen Hannley Research Training Award—Open to advanced residents, fellows, and new faculty committed to an academic research career in otolaryngology. Applicants must reside in the U.S. or Canada. Mentor and training plan required. One year, any topic, non-renewable, $15,000 maximum total costs, up to two available annually.

The purpose of the Maureen Hannley Research Training Award program is to foster the acquisition of
contemporary basic or clinical research skills among new full-time academic otolaryngologist-head and
neck surgeons. The award is intended as a preliminary step in clinical investigator career development
and is expected to facilitate the recipient's preparation of a more comprehensive individualized research
training plan suitable for submission to one of the National Institutes of Health Clinical Investigator Career
Development Award (CIA) programs (K series).
B. ELIGIBILITY
Applicants in the United States or Canada and members in good standing of the AAO-HNSF. Applicants
must have demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching and a serious commitment to
an academic research career in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Priority will be given to senior
residents, fellows or faculty who have completed residencies or fellowships within two years of the
application receipt date. All candidates must be sponsored by the Chairperson of his/her Division or
Department and by an official representative of the institution which would administer the Award and in
whose name the application is formally submitted. Former recipients of a Resident Research Grant are
eligible to compete for an Elkins Award. Other individuals who have already competed successfully for
independent research grant support from a private or Federal funding agency are ineligible for this
Foundation award program.
C. CONDITIONS
Proposed training shall be designed in collaboration with a preceptor investigator and approved by the
candidate's department chairperson and institution. Training may be related to any research questions
relevant to the specialty of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, so long as it is demonstrated that the
training will have a direct impact on the candidate's ability to pursue his/her qualifications as a candidate
for an NIH Clinical Investigator Award. Proposals which aim to introduce new knowledge and
methodology from other disciplines to research in otolaryngology are particularly welcome. The
candidate is expected to devote at least 20% of his/her time to the proposed research and research
training activities during the period of the Award. Accordingly, applications must be accompanied by a
letter of support from the candidate's department chairperson verifying that the candidate will be permitted
to devote that amount of time to the pursuit of the proposed research and research training activities.
While no verbal presentations or publications are expected to result directly from this Award, any which
do shall acknowledge the contribution of the Foundation's Maureen Hannley Research Training Award.
Moreover, the Foundation shall have the right of first refusal as regards to publishing the results of any
investigations supported by this award in its journal, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Amount: $15,000 maximum total (direct and indirect) costs
Period: On year, non-renewable. Projects must be completed within two years of the award date;
no-cost extensions are available upon written request.

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNSF)

AAO-HNSF Resident Research Award—Open to any AAO-HNS member in good standing who is a resident in an accredited otolaryngology - head and neck surgery training program in the U.S. and Canada. One year, any topic, non-renewable, $10,000 maximum total costs, up to eight available annually.

The purpose of this grant is to stimulate original resident research in otolaryngology projects that are wellconceived
and scientifically valid, with the potential to advance otolaryngology.
ELIGIBILITY
Any resident of an accredited otolaryngology-head and neck surgery training program in the U.S. or
Canada is eligible to apply for the Foundation's Resident Research Grant(s). All applicants must be
members in good standing of AAO-HNS.
CONDITIONS
Proposed projects may be related to any area of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Proposed
projects shall be designed in collaboration with a preceptor investigator and approved by the candidate's
department chairperson and institution. The results of the supported investigation must be presented at
the closest AAO-HNS Foundation Annual Meeting immediately following the award. The recipient(s) shall
be free to publish the results afterwards, but the Foundation shall have the right of first refusal for
publication in its journal, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Any presentation or publication of
results supported by this award shall acknowledge the contribution of the Foundation's Resident
Research Grant. Applications must be accompanied by a letter of support from the applicant’s
Department Chair verifying that the applicant will be permitted to devote an appropriate amount of time to
the conduct and timely completion of the proposed research project. Resident applicants must also work
with a faculty member (Preceptor) designated as a co-investigator. A letter of support must also be
obtained from the co-investigator (Preceptor). Applicants must obtain letters of support/understanding
from all key personnel on the project. Projects which are clinical trials of unproven drugs or devices are
outside the areas of Foundation interest for purposes of resident research grants.
TERMS
1. Amount: $10,000 maximum total (direct and indirect) costs
2. Period: One year, non-renewable
3. Funding: The Foundation's Board of Directors will determine the total number of Resident Research
Grants authorized annually since available funding is contingent on the earnings of the Foundation's
Research Endowment Fund. The actual number of awards funded will depend on the merit of the
applications received.

All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard Time
December 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and an
abstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.

ARS Research Grant Information

Overview
The New Investigator $25,000 award is open to a promising investigator who is not a current recipient of a major research grant. This award is active for up to two years and requires the mentorship of an established investigator. Two Resident Research awards, each in the amount of $8,000, are available. These awards are for a period of one year. Residents applying for this award must be an ARS member or candidate and must have an ARS member as a co-investigator. ARS members of CORE's Study Section review all applications. Review criteria include project significance, scientific approach/methodology, and feasibility. Each applicant will receive a summary statement detailing the reviewers' comments. Recipients of ARS research grants are required to submit a final project status and financial report, and present the findings of their research at a national meeting of the ARS. Publication of results is expected with the ARS having the right of first refusal through its official journal, The American Journal of Rhinology.

ARS Offers CORE Grants Annually

What the heck is a CORE grant? --A sometimes common and fair question from our membership. Continuing investigation into pathophysiology and new treatment modalities in rhinologic disease is critical to the advancement of our specialty. Your ARS supports this mission through an organized research grant mechanism. This is an expense and investment and some might ask whether this is the right direction and culture for our Society? There are several reasons to think it is. Not only does it allow us to offer our patients critical advancements in therapy and technology, clinical and basic research are essential to the continued growth of our specialty and support our central role in the care of patients with rhinologic disease. In the era of evidence based medicine, research is more critical than ever to safeguard our unique role in the management of rhinologic disease.

In an effort to strengthen research support in all areas of otolaryngology, the AAO-HNSF has joined forces with several senior societies, including the ARS, to broaden research opportunities and to streamline and enhance the research grant application and review process. The Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) serves as a central clearinghouse and facilitator for otolaryngology-head and neck surgery research programs. The ARS, AAO-HNSF, AHNS, Triological Society, ALA, ASPO, AAFPRS, AAOA, ANS, and the American Hearing Research Foundation offer several funding mechanisms for one-year and two-year, non-renewable grants. Additional grants or new grants programs may be announced as more resources become available. Funding is also subject to the receipt of sufficiently meritorious applications. Through a rigorous centralized research grant application, review, and administration process, a uniform level of scientific rigor can be attained to achieve three objectives: 1) provide support for the most meritorious research in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery; 2) educate young investigators to prepare competitive grant applications; and 3) prepare more surgeon-scientists to serve as peer reviewers for NIH and other research agencies. The CORE program also brings greater scale and less fragmentation to otolaryngology and head and neck research opportunities, reduces the aggregate administrative costs of the individual grant programs, and enables a comprehensive overview of the spectrum of promising otolaryngology and head and neck surgery research/researchers to promote to the NIH and other agencies. In order for our specialty to thrive, we must have a seat at the table with these important agencies.

Applications
All ARS Research Grant applications are processed through CORE.

ARS funding of research projects is subject to receipt of applications through CORE that are judged to be sufficiently meritorious.

2008 Deadlines:
Letter of Interest: December 15, 2008
Application: January 15, 2009

Research Grant Opportunities
ARS Resident Research Grant
$8,000 for one year

ARS New Investigator Award
$25,000 for up to two years

Mail/Phone/Fax:

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Email
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