The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Applied Research Competition invites Letters of Intent for studies that expand evidence-based knowledge and improve the quality of life for autistic individuals and their families.

Funding Organization: Organization for Autism Research (OAR)

Research Scope:
• The analysis, evaluation, or comparison of current models of assessment, intervention, or systems of service delivery, including policy analysis
• Applied aspects of educational, behavioral, or social/communicative intervention
• Effective intervention across the lifespan for individuals considered severely affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Issues affecting adults with autism such as continuing education, employment, residential supports, sexuality instruction, quality-of-life determinants, and services and supports for older autistic individuals
• Issues related to family support, social and community integration, assessment and intervention with challenging behavior, and the use of technology in support of learners with ASD

Eligibility:
• International researchers are eligible to apply.
• At least one member of the research team must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree and maintain a faculty position or equivalent at a college, university, medical school, or other research facility.

Maximum Award: Up to $50,000 regardless of study duration.

Application Process: Project proposals must be submitted online at https://researchautism.org/researchers/applied-research/#1651162398258-61664c54-68da

Application Deadline: 16 March 2026

Further information: https://researchautism.org/researchers/applied-research/#1651162398258-61664c54-68da

For more information, please contact
Ms. Panida Suwannatheerak and Ms. Mananchaya Pissaparn
Tel: 02 470 9654
Email: researchfollowup@kmutt.ac.th