Science Track Award for Research Transition (START) Program
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Science Track Award for Research Transition (START) Program, aimed at advancing research in substance use disorders (SUDs) and related fields. This grant provides seed funding for innovative projects that intersect substance use research with areas such as the development of new therapeutic interventions, brain imaging techniques, and advanced data science applications. The program is particularly focused on supporting early-stage and new investigators, encouraging them to generate preliminary data that can lead to larger research applications. Interested applicants can reach out to Dr. Hoang Le at hoang.le@nih.gov or call 301-451-8849 for more information. The award ceiling is set at $100,000, with applications expected to be submitted by February 16, 2026, and the estimated award date is December 1, 2026.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions).