The American Osteopathic Association and the American Osteopathic Foundation fund Osteopathically focused research conducted by new investigators. 

AOA/AOF new investigator research grant program | View RFA/NOFO

This grant was established to advance the scientific training of new investigators interested in conducting research projects in clinical science or health services that will contribute to the field of osteopathic medicine research. In addition, the grant is intended to encourage individuals to contribute to osteopathic research throughout their careers. A new investigator is defined as a Principal Investigator (PI) who has completed his/her terminal research degree or end of postgraduate clinical training, whichever completion date is later, within the past 10 years. Proposals must comply with the specific requirements for topics and scope of research projects as outlined in the respective RFAs/NOFOs for the larger grants.

For complete eligibility and submission requirements, visit the AOA Website. A set of frequently asked questions can be found here.

Click here to access the grant application portal.