Systematic Characterization of Genomic Variation to Assess Effects of Individual Variants on Genome Function and Phenotype (UM1 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is announcing a funding opportunity titled "Systematic Characterization of Genomic Variation to Assess Effects of Individual Variants on Genome Function and Phenotype," aimed at small businesses. This initiative seeks to support research that characterizes genomic variation and assesses the impact of individual variants on genome function through high-throughput methods, data collection on molecular and cellular phenotypes, and the development of robust data processing pipelines. The initiative is part of the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium, which will facilitate collaboration among funded centers to ensure resource accessibility and shared analysis strategies. The estimated total program funding is $3 million, with five awards expected, and the application process is anticipated to open in 2025, with a due date later that year. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Dr. Stephanie A. Morris at morriss2@mail.nih.gov or by phone at 301-435-5738.