Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (Parent F31)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (Parent F31) to support promising predoctoral students in obtaining individualized, mentored research training while conducting dissertation research in health-related fields. This fellowship aims to enhance the candidates' potential to become productive, independent research scientists through a structured training plan that includes mentorship from experienced faculty sponsors and opportunities to develop essential research skills. The program encourages applications from underrepresented groups and institutions, with funding provisions that include stipends, tuition assistance, and allowances for research-related expenses. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by September 7, 2025, and interested applicants can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.