Child Development Research: Motor Coordination

In 2026, the foundation will be inviting applications for research projects aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of Dyspraxia or motor coordination difficulties in general. Of particular interest are proposals that align with the following key areas:

1. Advancing the Understanding of DCD

2. Reflect a core area of need highlighted in the JLA priority setting exercise for DCD / Dyspraxia

3. Motor Coordination Difficulties in Other Neurodevelopmental Conditions

4. Supporting Interventions to Enhance Motor Skills

Funding: £65,000 total 

Duration: no fixed limit (usually between 1-3 years)

Research Authority due date: 19.2.26

Short application (required) due date: 27.2.26

Full proposal due date: 2.4.26