Bioengineering Research, Innovation and Technology Education (BRITE) Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 360634Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360634
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Bioengineering Research, Innovation and Technology Education (BRITE) Program, a federal grant aimed at fostering the development of undergraduate students in bioengineering and related STEM fields. This program encourages private institutions of higher education to propose integrated educational activities that include a summer bridge program for incoming freshmen, academic year activities, and summer research experiences, ultimately guiding participants toward doctoral degrees or research careers in bioengineering and biomedical imaging. The BRITE Program is crucial for enhancing the capacity for rigorous bioengineering training and addressing the nation's health-related research needs. Interested applicants can contact Dr. Tina Gatlin at gatlincl@nih.gov or by phone at 240-731-3794, with the estimated project start date set for March 1, 2027, and the application window closing on May 11, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tina Gatlin, Ph.D.
    (240) 731-3794
    gatlincl@nih.gov
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