The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Innovative Screening Approaches and Therapies for Screenable Disorders in Newborns (R21 - Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at promoting research and development of novel screening methods and therapeutic interventions for conditions identified through newborn screening. This initiative encourages innovative projects that generate preliminary data on both existing and potentially fatal genetic disorders, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention. The program is open to a wide range of eligible applicants, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and governmental bodies, with a total funding ceiling of $275,000 over two years. Interested applicants should note that the submission deadlines begin on January 16, 2025, and can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.