American Tinnitus Association Launches Record $655,000 Research Drive

The 2026 grant cycle supports five researchers tackling diverse challenges, from reversing inhibitory brain circuits to developing objective diagnostic tools. Recipients include Kameron Clayton of Harvard Medical School, who received $220,000, and Newcastle University’s William Sedley, awarded $199,409. These projects span the full clinical pipeline and are set to be presented at the 2027 Tinnitus Research Initiative Conference in Washington, D.C.

To bridge the gap in patient care, the organization is introducing the ATA Academy. This platform provides audiologists and physicians with evidence-based training, addressing a persistent shortage of specialized support. Guiding this expansion is Dr. Hannah Glick, who joined as vice president of Tinnitus Programming in May. Her role focuses on scaling professional education and patient services. Parallel to these scientific initiatives, the organization’s board has added Travis Doster, chief communications officer of Texas Roadhouse, strengthening a long-standing fundraising partnership that has generated nearly $5 million for the charity since 2021.