The Autism Society of America Foundation (ASAF) invites "applied" research proposals in studies of autism that assess its neuropsychological, behavioral, educational and/or social issues. Eligible topics include: efficacy of medical, nutritional, behavioral, and educational interventions, evaluation of residential and employment models, identification and objective characterization of core cognitive, communicative and behavioral features, diagnostic and assessment issues, as well as studies of social, legal, or vocational interest (these are examples rather than an exclusive list of possible topics) across the spectrum and lifespan of individuals with autism.
The grants are limited to $25,000 for one year, with the possibility of a second year of funding subject to a competitive renewal process. Pre-proposals are required for consideration and are due February 15, 2001. Full-proposals will be invited from pre-proposals that fall within our mandate and will be due in May.
In addition the ASAF is hosting a second, separate competition for research examining issues of lifespan and mortality for people with autism. This is a single grant with funding up to $50,000. Pre-proposals are not required; full-proposals are due February 15th, 2001.
Complete RFP guidelines can be obtained by contacting K.C. Dallia at 1-800-3AUTISM x130 or kcdallia@autism-society.org.
Source: ASAASC
