NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

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 NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03), which provides funding for basic experimental studies involving human participants that align with the mission of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). This grant supports clinical trials aimed at understanding fundamental aspects of phenomena without immediate application to processes or products, encouraging innovative research in areas such as contraception and childhood development. Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities, such as higher education institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations, with a funding ceiling of $50,000 available over a maximum of two years. Interested parties should note that the application period opens on January 16, 2025, and can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03) provides funding for clinical trials that align with the mission of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). This program specifically supports basic experimental studies involving human participants, focusing on understanding fundamental aspects of phenomena without immediate application to processes or products in mind. The initiative encourages applications from various entities, including higher education institutions and nonprofits, and allows for budgets up to $50,000 over a maximum of two years. Applications must adhere to NIH guidelines and demonstrate scientific merit, innovation, and feasibility. Important dates include an application open date of January 16, 2025, with subsequent deadlines for submissions. The review process evaluates the significance, innovation, and rigor of proposed research while also considering investigator expertise and institutional resources. The goal of this funding opportunity is to advance research related to human development, encompassing various areas such as contraception and childhood development, and to foster innovative studies that can significantly impact the understanding of these domains.
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