NIDCR Mentored Career Development Award to Promote Broad Participation in Research (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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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

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NIDCR Mentored Career Development Award (K01) to promote broad participation in dental, oral, and craniofacial research. This grant aims to strengthen the research workforce by providing salary and research support for postdoctoral fellows and early-career faculty, with a focus on enhancing diversity within the field. Eligible applicants include a wide range of institutions, such as historically black colleges and universities, tribal colleges, and community-based organizations, while the program specifically excludes foreign entities. The award provides up to $100,000 annually for salary and an additional $25,000 for research development costs, with a commitment of at least 75% professional effort required from the applicant. The application period opens on January 10, 2025, with submission deadlines throughout 2025 and 2026. For more information, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the program's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-022.html.

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    The NIDCR Mentored Career Development Award (K01) aims to enhance the dental, oral, and craniofacial (DOC) research workforce by providing salary and research support for postdoctoral fellows and early-career faculty. This funding opportunity focuses on research activities that exclude leading independent clinical trials but may include clinical trial experiences under a mentor. The program seeks to promote diversity within the research field, encouraging applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Key dates include an open application period starting January 10, 2025, with submission deadlines structured throughout 2025 and 2026. Eligible applicants can come from a range of institutions, including colleges, nonprofits, and government entities, while ensuring that their proposals align with program objectives. The award provides up to $100,000 annually for salary, along with an additional $25,000 for research development costs, under a structured mentorship environment designed to foster independent research capabilities. The applicant must commit at least 75% of their professional effort to the program, and the overall project period is limited to five years. This initiative underscores the NIH’s commitment to advancing scientific research and innovation through a diverse and well-trained workforce.
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