NIH Director’s Early Independence Award (DP5 Clinical Trial Optional)
National Institutes of Health
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- Posted
- Dec 12, 2025
- Amount
- $350,000
- Closes
- Sep 10, 2026 (in 30 days)
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Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- RFA-RM-27-004
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 93.310
Amount
$350,000
Who can apply
Public colleges and universities, Private colleges and universities, and State government agencies 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 not eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
About this opportunity
The NIH Director's Early Independence Award helps talented new researchers begin their own independent research program soon after finishing their doctoral degree or clinical training, without first doing postdoctoral training.The award accepts applications on any topic fitting the NIH mission. It is part of the NIH Common Fund's High-Risk, High-Reward Research program.
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