Massage Therapy Foundation Research Grant Program
من نحن
The Massage Therapy Foundation Research Grant Program (MTF-RGP 2027) invites applications to support high-quality, independent research that advances the evidence base for massage therapy. The program funds studies exploring the therapeutic applications of massage therapy, public perceptions of the profession, and the role of massage therapy within health care delivery systems. Funding is available for both basic and applied research, including investigations of massage therapy as a health or mental health treatment and prevention modality. Awards are offered globally through qualified sponsoring institutions, with projects benefiting researchers, health professionals, policymakers, and individuals seeking evidence-based health interventions. Research Support Awards provide up to USD 30,000 for projects of up to one year, while Research Grants range from USD 30,000 to USD 300,000 and may support multi-year research activities within the approved funding period. Eligible activities include research design and implementation, data collection and analysis, dissemination of findings, and other activities directly related to advancing massage therapy research.
معايير القبول
Applicants must be experienced investigators working in a relevant field of research and must be affiliated with a qualified sponsoring institution, such as a university, independent research organization, or another institution capable of administering research grants. Applications may be submitted by individual researchers or collaborative research teams. Proposals will be assessed based on the scientific quality of the research, relevance to the advancement of massage therapy knowledge, methodological rigor, and the potential contribution of the findings to the field of massage therapy and health care practice.
Post Date: November 4, 2026