Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

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 Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (R35), a federal grant aimed at enhancing research stability and productivity for principal investigators within the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). This grant supports a collection of related research projects rather than specific aims, promoting interdisciplinary work and greater flexibility to pursue new scientific opportunities, with an emphasis on increasing diversity within research teams. The award provides funding up to $250,000 and may span up to five years, with applications due by May 16, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and application guidelines at the NIH website or contact the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is issuing a funding opportunity announcement for the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA, R35), aimed at enhancing research stability and productivity for principal investigators (PIs) within the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). This grant supports a collection of related research projects rather than specific aims, promoting interdisciplinary work and greater flexibility to pursue new scientific opportunities. The anticipated benefits of this funding include increased funding stability, reduced administrative burden, and more time for mentoring trainees. Eligible applicants include established investigators and New Investigators, with a clear emphasis on enhancing diversity in research teams. The proposal allows for clinical trials but requires that they remain within certain NIGMS-supported research areas. Applications are subject to peer review for scientific merit, and the awards may span up to five years with funding contingent upon appropriations. The document outlines eligibility criteria, detailed application instructions, and review processes, emphasizing the importance of following specific guidelines to ensure successful submission.
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