The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03), aimed at funding basic experimental studies involving human participants that meet clinical trial definitions. This program supports small research projects that can be completed within two years, with a budget limit of $50,000 per year, focusing on pilot studies, methodology development, and fundamental human health research without specific applications in mind. The opportunity is crucial for advancing knowledge in child health and human development through innovative clinical trials, and applicants must adhere to strict guidelines, including registrations with Grants.gov and eRA Commons. Interested parties should note that the application deadline is January 7, 2025, and can reach out to the NIH OER Webmaster at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.