Applied Research Grant Program
The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Applied Research Competition is inviting Letters of Intent (LOI) for studies that improve the quality of life for autistic individuals and their families. Here are the details:
Grant Details:
- Funding Amount: Up to USD 50,000 per project
- Number of Awards: Up to 9 grants
- Project Duration: 1-2 years
- Funding Start Date: On or after January 1, 2027
Eligibility Criteria:
- Early-career and established researchers
- International applicants affiliated with recognized institutions
- Teams with at least one qualified investigator
- Projects aligning with OAR’s mission to improve quality of life and support evidence-based interventions
Key Focus Areas:
- Evaluation and comparison of assessment and intervention models
- Applied educational, behavioral, and social-communicative interventions
- Supports for severely affected individuals
- Adult challenges: employment, residential support, sexuality instruction, quality-of-life factors
- Family support, community integration, and challenging behaviors
- Technology-based learning tools
Application Process:
- Prepare Letter of Intent (LOI): Maximum of two pages
- Submit LOI via OAR Online Portal
- Include references and biosketches of team members
- LOI Deadline: March 16, 2026
Important Dates:
- LOI Review: Results shared in mid-May 2026
- Full Proposal Submission: Invited applicants submit full proposals by July 13, 2026
- Scientific and Board Review: Conducted in October 2026
- Final Award Notification: December 2026
.Apply now and contribute to advancing autism research with meaningful, evidence-based impact.
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