The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), has announced a funding opportunity titled "NIDCD's Mentored Research Education Pathway for Otolaryngology Residents and Medical Students" (R25). This initiative aims to bolster research education activities targeting medical students and resident-investigators in otolaryngology to enhance their transition into research careers. The funding supports the development of educational programs that provide mentored research experiences and foster long-term interest in research among clinicians, particularly addressing the workforce shortage of clinician-investigators in the field. Key components of the program include structured research experiences, mentoring relationships, and support for both resident-investigators and medical students. Applicants are encouraged to design innovative institutional programs that promote diversity and inclusion, targeting underrepresented groups. The program allows funding for a maximum of 24 months for resident-investigators and up to 9 months for medical students. The proposal process consists of carefully outlined submission requirements and evaluation criteria, ensuring that initiatives align with NIH goals to improve clinician-researcher engagement and training. This funding opportunity aims to enhance research capabilities in otolaryngology and ultimately improve human health outcomes through rigorous scientific investigation.