NHLBI Emerging Investigator Award (EIA) (R35 Clinical Trial Optional)
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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

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Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NHLBI Emerging Investigator Award (EIA), a federal grant aimed at providing long-term support for experienced researchers in heart, lung, blood, and sleep (HLBS) research. This award is designed for Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) who currently manage at least two NHLBI R01-equivalent awards and have a proven track record of significant contributions to the field. The EIA allows for a flexible research program over a period of up to seven years, with funding of up to $700,000 per year in direct costs, and anticipates distributing up to $20 million annually across multiple awards. Applications will be accepted starting January 19, 2025, with a closing date of April 28, 2027. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is reissuing the NHLBI Emerging Investigator Award (EIA) to offer long-term support for experienced researchers who are actively contributing to heart, lung, blood, and sleep (HLBS) research. The EIA, part of the R35 Outstanding Investigator Award mechanism, targets Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) who have demonstrated significant contributions to the field and are currently managing at least two NHLBI-equivalent R01 awards, including one Early Stage Investigator award. The initiative provides funding for up to seven years, allowing researchers greater flexibility to pursue innovative projects without the constraints of predefined aims. It aims to foster ambitious research, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance mentoring efforts. Applications may request up to $700,000 per year in direct costs, and the program anticipates allocating up to $20 million annually across multiple awards. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, non-profits, and government organizations, with an emphasis on increasing participation from diverse backgrounds. The funding opportunity opens for applications January 19, 2025, with an expiration date of April 29, 2027. The award emphasizes scientific merit and the potential impact of the proposed research on advancing HLBS science.
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