NIH Blueprint and BRAIN Initiative Diversity Specialized Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Advancement in Neuroscience (D-SPAN) Award (F99/K00 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 352182Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

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Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

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https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352182

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http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-NS-24-030.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced the Diversity Specialized Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Advancement in Neuroscience (D-SPAN) Award (F99/K00), aimed at supporting graduate students from backgrounds that are underrepresented in neuroscience research. This initiative is designed to facilitate a structured pathway for these students, providing funding for up to six years, with the F99 phase allowing 1-2 years for dissertation completion and the K00 phase offering up to four years of postdoctoral mentorship. The D-SPAN Award, which has an annual funding commitment of approximately $2 million and aims to grant around 36 awards each year, emphasizes enhanced mentorship and training to address barriers faced by underrepresented minorities in academia. Interested applicants must adhere to specific submission guidelines and can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries, with applications due by October 6, 2026.

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    The NIH Blueprint and BRAIN Initiative have launched the Diversity Specialized Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Advancement in Neuroscience (D-SPAN) Award (F99/K00) to support graduate students from diverse backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in neuroscience. The two-phase award spans up to six years, with the F99 phase providing 1-2 years for completing dissertation research and the K00 phase offering up to four years of postdoctoral mentorship. The initiative aims to enhance career development by ensuring structured mentoring and training tailored for individuals pursuing independent research careers in neuroscience. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in a PhD or equivalent program, demonstrating a commitment to a neuroscience research career. The funding opportunity includes a total commitment of approximately $2 million annually, targeting around 36 awards per year. All applications require adherence to specific submission guidelines, with key dates and eligibility criteria outlined. The D-SPAN initiative addresses barriers faced by underrepresented minorities in academia and aims to foster a more diverse research workforce. Enhanced mentorship and structured training are emphasized as key components for the success of applicants transitioning from predoctoral to postdoctoral stages within the neuroscience field.
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