Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 351636Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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 Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) to support innovative research projects led by Early Stage Investigators (ESIs). This grant aims to encourage ESIs to explore new research directions without the necessity of preliminary data, requiring applications to demonstrate a clear deviation from prior research and align with the scientific missions of participating NIH Institutes and Centers. The initiative emphasizes workforce diversity and is part of NIH’s commitment to advancing health research and innovation, with applications undergoing a peer review process based on significance, investigator qualifications, innovation, and overall approach. Interested applicants can find more information and submit their proposals by December 28, 2026, and should direct inquiries to grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is a funding opportunity provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support innovative research projects led by Early Stage Investigators (ESIs). The grants aim to encourage ESIs to explore new research directions without requiring preliminary data. Accepted applications must demonstrate a clear deviation from prior research and align with the scientific missions of one or more participating NIH Institutes and Centers. Key details include application submission deadlines, eligibility criteria, funding amount (not limited but must be justified), and the project duration, which can last up to five years. The proposals undergo a peer review process, assessing significance, investigator qualifications, innovation, and overall approach. Applications must adhere to strict guidelines, including no inclusion of preliminary data, which could disqualify them. The initiative emphasizes workforce diversity, encouraging applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. It constitutes part of NIH’s commitment to advancing health research and innovation, ensuring compliance with relevant administrative policies, and facilitating effective data management and sharing practices. Overall, the grant serves as a platform for fresh, impactful research from emerging scientists.
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