Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Institutional Research Training Grant (Parent T32)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Institutional Research Training Grant (Parent T32) to support eligible domestic institutions in enhancing research training for predoctoral and postdoctoral individuals in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research fields. The program aims to develop a diverse and highly trained workforce by incorporating mentorship, rigorous research training, and career development elements that align with NIH's mission. This funding opportunity is crucial for institutions seeking to prepare trainees for impactful careers in health-related research, with awards available for up to five years, contingent on NIH appropriations and application quality. Interested applicants can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov, with applications due by May 4, 2028.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, announces the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Institutional Research Training Grant (Parent T32). This program aims to support institutions in enhancing research training for predoctoral and postdoctoral individuals in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research fields. Applicants’ programs must align with the NIH's mission and incorporate elements such as mentorship, rigorous research training, and career development to prepare trainees for careers benefiting public health. The application process includes stringent eligibility criteria and requires consultations with NIH staff. Applications will be reviewed based on criteria like training program quality, institutional support, mentorship effectiveness, and trainee outcomes. The funding opportunity allows awards up to five years, contingent on NIH appropriations and application quality, while stipulating that trainees cannot lead independent clinical trials. This initiative reflects NIH's commitment to promoting diversity in the scientific workforce and ensuring training excellence amidst evolving biomedical research disciplines.
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