Early career Osteopathic researchers face barriers to conducing independent research projects such as a lack of funding or experience, limited research time, and the absence of a research mentor or team. Recognizing that these challenges represent an opportunity to provide support, the AOF’s Osteopathic Research Incubator Grants give early career investigators the financial seed money needed to begin their own Osteopathic medical research project, build research experience/expertise, and initiate projects that can lead to more in-depth research.

Purpose
Osteopathic Research Incubator Grants will fund proof of concept, pilot, or feasibility studies that advance Osteopathic medicine. This grant is intended to help prepare early career investigators to eventually compete with more senior investigators for future research grants from other funders.

Grant
A limited number of seed grants ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 will be awarded to early career investigators for a project period of 12-18 months. Payments will be made in two installments: 75% upon signing of the grant agreement and 25% upon completion of a final report within 30 days of the project end date.

Eligibility Requirements

Application Requirements

Additional Requirements 

Review Process 

Applications will be accepted in two rounds: 

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For inquiries please contact: 

Tiffanie Tabrizi
Director of Programs, Scholarships & Awards 
312-202-8231 
tabrizi@aof.org