Forecast to Publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity for Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32 - Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 359894Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359894
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is set to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32 - Clinical Trial Required), aimed at supporting early-stage postdoctoral scholars in their scientific research and career development. This grant program, which does not require cost sharing or matching, will provide funding for up to three years to facilitate rigorous research and mentorship, encouraging innovative ideas and comprehensive career development plans from candidates who are nearing completion of their doctoral degrees. The NIH anticipates awarding up to 120 grants, with a funding contribution of up to $80,000 per year for salary and $30,000 per year for research development costs, with applications due by February 12, 2026. Interested applicants can reach out to Dr. Sonia B. Jakowlew at jakowles@mail.nih.gov or by phone at 240-276-5630 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sonia B. Jakowlew, Ph.D. National Cancer Institute (NCI)
    (240) 276-5630
    jakowles@mail.nih.gov
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