Limited Competition: NIGMS Mature Synchrotron Resources for Structural Biology
ID: 360947Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a limited competition grant titled "NIGMS Mature Synchrotron Resources for Structural Biology" aimed at supporting mature technologies at synchrotron facilities that provide advanced X-ray beamlines and expert assistance for biomedical researchers. Eligible applicants include organizations that have previously received NIGMS funding for synchrotron resources, specifically those whose funding ended no more than 36 months ago, along with other specified entities such as Indian/Native American Tribal Governments and regional organizations. This funding opportunity is crucial for maintaining national resources that facilitate structural biology research, with applications subject to NIH's standard peer-review process. Interested parties can reach out to the grantor at MSRP30Mailbox@nih.gov, with the estimated synopsis posting date set for August 13, 2026, and a closing date for applications on October 13, 2026, for projects starting on July 1, 2027.

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