The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a grant opportunity titled "High-Priority Research in Tobacco Regulatory Science (Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at supporting research that informs the FDA's tobacco regulatory authorities. This initiative seeks applications for high-priority research projects that address topics such as addiction, behavior, health effects, product composition, and toxicity, with the goal of enhancing the scientific data available for tobacco product regulation. The total estimated funding for this program is $7 million, with an award ceiling of $500,000 and an expected eight awards to be made. Interested applicants can reach out to Erik Rodriquez, Ph.D., M.P.H., at TRSP@nih.gov or by phone at 301-827-2830, with applications due by May 4, 2026, and awards expected to be announced by December 4, 2026.