NOCSAE's RESEARCH SCOPE

In its effort to commission research, NOCSAE solicits grant proposal from any and all qualified investigators. The scope of the grants considered for funding include basic and/or applied research bearing a rational relationship towards increasing our understanding of sports injury mechanisms. Traditionally, successful proposals have had an emphasis on brain/spinal injuries and protective equipment. Priority is given to proposals focusing on recurring injury where the injury is either "catastrophic," "serious," and/or "costly". Awards are based upon scientific merit as ranked by a study section of national experts and upon the priorities of the NOCSAE Board of Directors. Since the programs inception in 1994, NOCSAE has awarded over one million dollars towards research. Follow this link to view the successful proposals.