The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NIDCD Research Career Enhancement Award for Established Investigators (K18), a federal grant aimed at enabling seasoned researchers to enhance or pivot their research programs by acquiring new skills relevant to the hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language sciences. This opportunity is specifically designed for established investigators proposing to lead independent clinical trials or associated studies, providing them with protected time and mentored guidance over a period of six to twenty-four months. The program emphasizes diversity among applicants and supports a budget that includes salary aligned with legislative caps and an additional $40,000 annually for research-related expenses. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by May 10, 2024, and can find further details and application guidelines at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.