Science Track Award for Research Transition (START) Program (R03, Clinical Trial Optional)
National Institutes of Health
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- Posted
- Oct 23, 2025
- Closes
- Mar 16, 2029 (in 871 days)
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Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- PAS-27-028
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 93.279
Amount
Amount not listed here. Check the official program.
Who can apply
Local government agencies and Small businesses can all apply here. Check the eligibility details below to see if your organization fits.
Refer to Section III. Eligibility Information in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign Organizations/International Collaborations:Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are eligible to apply.Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
About this opportunity
The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to facilitate the entry of investigators into multiple high-priority areas of substance use research, including comorbidity with HIV. The Science Track Award for Research Transition (START) Program aims to provide investigators with the opportunity to gather preliminary data that will assist them in securing future research grants and advancing their scientific careers.