Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02 Independent Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
ID: 353824Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

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Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02), a federal grant aimed at supporting the development of new, independent scientists engaged in basic experimental studies involving human participants. This award provides three to five years of salary support, allowing candidates to focus intensively on their research careers while demonstrating a commitment to research and securing independent peer-reviewed research support. The program specifically targets studies that prospectively assign human subjects to experimental conditions and assess biomedical or behavioral outcomes, aligning with both clinical trial and basic research definitions. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline is May 7, 2027, and can find further details and eligibility requirements at the NIH Grants Information website or by contacting grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a funding opportunity titled the Independent Scientist Award (Parent K02), aimed at supporting the development of new, independent scientists engaged in basic experimental studies involving human participants. This award provides three to five years of salary support, allowing candidates to focus intensively on their research careers. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to research, hold a doctoral degree, and secure independent peer-reviewed research support at the time of the award. The program specifically targets studies that prospectively assign human subjects to experimental conditions and assess biomedical or behavioral outcomes, fitting both clinical trial and basic research definitions. Interested applicants are advised to consult the respective NIH Institutes for specific research interests and requirements, as participation may vary across institutes. Key application dates include deadlines for submission and estimated award start dates from June 2024 onwards. This funding initiative highlights the NIH's commitment to fostering a diverse pool of highly trained scientists to address national biomedical and clinical research needs.
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