Conduct Research with the NSA
The National Stuttering Association (NSA) welcomes collaborative research that advances understanding of stuttering and benefits the lives of people who stutter. Whether you're seeking support for participant recruitment or applying for funding, the NSA Research Committee (NSARC) provides expert oversight to ensure alignment with our mission and ethical research standards.
Our Approach to Research
The NSARC is a diverse panel of PhD-trained researchers, speech-language pathologists, and people who stutter. Together, they ensure every project reviewed by the NSA reflects scientific rigor, ethical integrity, and real-world relevance.
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Research that aligns with the NSA’s values and goals
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Ethical treatment of participants
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Transparency and accountability in methodology and purpose
Recruitment Proposal Review Cycles
While we accept submissions at any time, all research proposals are reviewed during three designated cycles each year:
Cycle 1: Submit by January 15 → Notification by February 15
Cycle 2: Submit by May 15 → Notification by June 15
Cycle 3: Submit by September 15 → Notification by October 15
Please note: The NSARC no longer conducts rolling reviews. All applicants must be affiliated with a U.S. based IRB.
NSA Research Grants
The NSA offers two competitive funding opportunities each year:
Graduate Student Research Award — $5,000
Supports emerging researchers exploring treatment, assessment, or foundational topics in stuttering.
Next Deadline: March 17, 2026
CASE Research Grant — $15,000
Funds projects that address stuttering through the lens of Community, Advocacy, Support, and Education (CASE).
Next Deadline: July 15, 2025
View Full Grant Details in the Research Funding Overview
Questions or Ready to Apply
We're here to help. For inquiries about research collaboration, proposal submissions, or funding opportunities, contact:
Angela Medina, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (NSA Research Committee Chair)
Tammy Flores (NSA Executive Director)
Together, we can foster research that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of people who stutter.