The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a funding opportunity for the INCLUDE (INvestigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE) Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Fellow Transition Award (F99/K00). This initiative seeks to attract exceptional graduate students from various research fields to focus on Down syndrome research. The funding will support up to 20 awards with a commitment of $1.5 million in FY2025, providing a total of six years of support, split between dissertation research (F99 phase) and mentored postdoctoral training (K00 phase). Eligible applicants include domestic higher education institutions and organizations, but not foreign entities. The applications must be aligned with one of three research components aimed at improving the health and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome. The transition from the F99 to K00 phase is contingent on the completion of the doctoral degree and securing a relevant postdoctoral position. The announcement emphasizes the importance of a robust application, highlighting mentorship and alignment with program goals. This opportunity not only fosters the academic growth of young scientists but also aims to advance research that can significantly impact public health regarding Down syndrome.