Development of Animal Models and Related Biological Materials for Research (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the development of animal models and related biological materials for research, designated as an R21 Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant. This funding initiative aims to support innovative projects that enhance, characterize, and preserve animal models relevant to human health and diseases, with a focus on studies that encompass multiple body systems or disease categories rather than single-disease research. The total funding available is $200,000, with a project period limited to two years, and applications are due by January 7, 2028. Interested applicants can find more information and guidance by contacting NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visiting the official announcement at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-273.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at the development of animal models and related biological materials for research, designated as an R21 Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant. This funding opportunity encourages innovative projects that develop, improve, and characterize various animal models relevant to human health and diseases. The goal is to support projects with broad applicability to multiple NIH Institutes or Centers. Key dates include an application opening on January 16, 2025, and a funding expiration date of January 8, 2028. The total project period is limited to two years, with a maximum of $200,000 in direct costs allowed per year. Eligible organizations comprise a wide range of entities, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies. Applications will be reviewed for scientific merit, focusing on the importance of the research, approach, and the qualifications of the investigators. Specific projects should explore multiple disease categories or body systems rather than concentrated studies on a single area. The NOFO emphasizes the necessity of compliance with the NIH Grants Policy Statement and encourages diverse participation in research applications.
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