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Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant

American Speech-LanguageHearing Foundation

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation (ASHFoundation) invites investigators to submit proposals in competition for up to four research grants of $35,000 for each partnership. The Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant supports partnerships between academic or organizational researchers and clinical practitioners to conduct collaborative studies designed to enhance evidence for improving communication sciences and disorders (CSD) services. The funding can be applied to one- or two-year studies.

Applying evidence to enhance assessment and treatment practices for addressing the needs of individuals with communication disorders is critical in health care and educational settings. The ASHFoundation recognizes the value of strong collaborations between academic or organizational researchers and clinical practitioners to accelerate evidence-based practices. The goal of this grant is to encourage collaborative research that will be conducted in practice settings with the explicit aim of increasing knowledge that will improve services to individuals with communication disorders.

Proposed studies must address a clinical problem/question that has direct application and is compatible to practice. This grant is designed to support preliminary research that will lead to a larger-scale study. The collaborative effort is central to this unique funding opportunity.

In 2018, the ASHFoundation presented an introductory webinar for potential investigators to learn more about the specific requirements and application process for this new research grant. View the presentation slides [PDF], and frequently asked questions [PDF].

Note for 2026: In preparation for the grant submission and review processes, the ASHFoundation requests that potential investigators complete an Intent to Submit Form by March 4 to provide information regarding their proposed studies. When investigators log in to the online submission system, they will be prompted to complete the Intent to Submit Form. This step must be completed before proceeding to the proposal submission process.

Who Should Apply

Investigators/collaborators include the following:

Academic or organizational researchers who can demonstrate how the proposed research contributes to their program of research, both in content and future funding possibilities.
Clinical practitioners who can demonstrate experience with and access to the clinical population and the proposed research. Practitioners must demonstrate organizational support and appropriate leadership roles to allow for participation in the research.

Both the researcher and practitioner must be able to articulate their commitment to the research topic, describe their role in the collaboration process, and demonstrate that they have adequate time for participation.

Research Focus

Studies should have significant importance for clinical practice, as well as the discipline, and be aimed toward improving services to children or adults with communication disorders. For all studies, the research focus must be of significance to both the researcher and practitioner, and reflect their mutual areas of expertise. Research questions may originate in the following ways:

Researcher-driven research: This type of research will be an extension of efficacy findings that are being translated into practice. The collaboration will be to investigate the process of implementing a proven protocol into practice. The research question and methodology will typically explore identification and resolution of challenges to implementing and sustaining an evidence-based protocol into practice.
Practitioner-driven research (practice-based research): This type of research will answer questions of significance to practice, including studies about practice needs, practice conventions (predispositions), or practice outcomes. Studies can be retrospective (examining existing practice-based data) or prospective (collecting new practice-based data). These research questions will typically address practice needs, monitor service delivery trends, or document outcomes.

AI Based Application Success Predictor

✔ 1. Clinical and Translational Relevance

Projects must address real clinical problems in speech, language, or hearing

Purely theoretical or technical work (e.g., AI without clinical impact) is not eligible

👉 Strong predictor: Clear pathway to improving patient care or outcomes

✔ 2. Scientific Merit & Innovation

Novel research questions or approaches

Especially valued:

emerging technologies (AI, digital health)

under-studied populations

👉 Innovation + feasibility is critical

✔ 3. Interdisciplinary Strength

Many grants require multi-disciplinary teams
(e.g., clinician + AI expert + researcher)

👉 Strong predictor: Collaborative, cross-field proposals

✔ 4. Investigator Stage & Potential

Many programs target:

early-career researchers

new investigators

👉 Success depends on:

career trajectory

mentorship

research independence potential

✔ 5. Feasibility and Scope

Projects must be:

achievable within 1–2 years

realistic given funding level (~$10K–$75K typical range)

✔ 6. Alignment with Priority Areas

Higher success when proposals align with:

communication disorders impact

health equity

pediatric or neurodevelopmental conditions

technology-enabled care

✔ 7. Track Record & Output Potential

Although early-career focus exists, reviewers still consider:

publications

institutional support

likelihood of dissemination

👉 Strong proposals include:

publication plan

conference dissemination

✔ 8. “Future Funding Potential” (Key Hidden Predictor)

Because:

>90 % of awardees later secure external funding

👉 Reviewers implicitly prioritize:

projects likely to scale into NIH/major grants

📌 What Is NOT Publicly Available

❌ No published:

numerical scoring rubric

probability thresholds

“success predictor model”

📌 Bottom Line

The ASHFoundation uses peer review without a formal predictive model, but success strongly depends on:

🔑 Real Predictors of Funding Success

Clinical relevance to communication disorders

Innovation + translational impact

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Early-career potential (for many awards)

Feasible design and clear outcomes

Alignment with priority areas

Potential for future large-scale funding

🧾 Simple Takeaway

👉 Think of ASHFoundation funding as:

“Early-stage, high-impact seed funding for clinically meaningful ideas with strong future potential.”

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Eligibility Requirements

Investigators must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant.

The researcher must have received a PhD or equivalent research doctorate in communication sciences and disorders or a related discipline. The researcher should have demonstrated expertise in research design and execution, along with interest in the proposed research topic.
The practitioner must have received a degree in audiology, speech-language pathology or a related field, and be in an environment that encourages and supports research. The practitioner should have demonstrated practical experience with the target population and the proposed research topic.
The researcher and practitioner must demonstrate their experience of working together and their mutual interest around the proposed research topic. They must establish the viability of their professional relationship in the context of their common interest in the research question and the potential for success in their collaboration.
Either the researcher or practitioner must be designated as the principal investigator, but the principal investigator must demonstrate the ability, time and institutional support necessary to successfully conduct the research. The principal investigator will manage the design and implementation of the study, including human subject considerations, budget responsibilities, and personnel supervision.
The proposal submitted to the 2026 Researcher-Practitioner Collaboration Grant competition cannot be submitted to other 2026 ASHFoundation grant competitions. However, the investigators remain eligible to submit to other ASHFoundation grant competitions in the same year, if proposing to investigate a different topic.

Eligible Countries:

Canada

United States

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: American Speech-LanguageHearing Foundation

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 2200 Research Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850-3289

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