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Ancillary Studies to Ongoing Clinical Projects (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) 2025
$250,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 5, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative, time-sensitive research projects that enhance ongoing clinical studies related to arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases by leveraging existing patient data and samples.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Enhancement and Management of Established Biomedical Data Repositories and Knowledgebases (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 25, 2026

Date Added

Aug 30, 2023

This funding opportunity supports established biomedical data repositories and knowledgebases to enhance their operations and community engagement, ensuring they remain vital resources for researchers in the biomedical field.

Education
State governments
Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation
$5,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 21, 2025

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This initiative provides funding to higher education institutions to improve the recruitment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Mechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk after Bariatric Surgery (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 7, 2028

Date Added

Sep 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports researchers investigating how bariatric surgery influences cancer risk through biological mechanisms, encouraging studies that go beyond weight loss to explore long-term health effects.

Education
State governments
Test Bed: Toward a Network of Programmable Cloud Laboratories
$20,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 20, 2025

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. researchers and institutions for developing a network of advanced, programmable cloud laboratories that facilitate innovative scientific experimentation and collaboration.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NCI Research Specialist (Laboratory-based Scientist) Award (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2025

Date Added

Aug 9, 2023

This funding opportunity supports experienced laboratory scientists engaged in cancer research within NCI-funded projects, providing salary support and travel funds to enhance their contributions without requiring them to become independent investigators.

Education
State governments
Enhancing Reuse of NHGRI Data Assets (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$125,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2026

Date Added

Nov 19, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that utilize genomic data from a specific cloud-based platform to answer important biological questions and improve data accessibility for the scientific community.

Health
State governments
Exploratory/Developmental Bioengineering Research Grants (EBRG) (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
$200,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2025

Date Added

Dec 11, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative early-stage bioengineering research projects aimed at improving cancer research, care delivery, and healthcare accessibility, encouraging collaboration between biomedical researchers and engineers.

Education
State governments
Clinical and Translational Science Award (UM1 Clinical Trial Optional)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 28, 2027

Date Added

Sep 5, 2024

This funding opportunity supports medical research institutions in developing collaborative hubs to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into effective treatments and address health disparities through innovative research and training programs.

Health
State governments
Battery Network Broad Agency Announcement
Contact for amount
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of Defense (DoD)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research and development projects that improve defense logistics, supply chain resilience, and operational readiness for organizations aligned with national security objectives.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Towards a Better Understanding of the Neurological Effects of Infection-Associated Chronic Illnesses (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 5, 2025

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

Grant Title: Towards a Better Understanding of the Neurological Effects of Infection-Associated Chronic Illnesses (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional) aims to support research on the neurological and mental health impacts of chronic illnesses triggered by infections, such as post-COVID conditions and myalgic encephalomyelitis, focusing on their underlying mechanisms and potential treatments.

Health
State governments
Cellular and Biochemical Engineering
$3,350,043
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 3, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to advance engineering techniques in cellular and biochemical processes, focusing on innovative biomanufacturing technologies for therapeutic applications.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
NEI Collaborative Clinical Vision Research: Chair's Grant (UG1-Clinical Trial Required)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 25, 2026

Date Added

May 25, 2023

This funding opportunity supports complex clinical trials aimed at improving screening, diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of vision disorders, targeting researchers and institutions capable of leading high-risk studies with significant public health impact.

Health
State governments
Research Interests of the United States Air Force Academy (formerly USAFA-BAA-2021)
$99,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Academy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2025

Date Added

Dec 2, 2020

This grant provides funding for research projects that enhance cadet education, support faculty development, and improve the operational capabilities of the Air Force, while fostering collaboration with industry partners.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Pathways to Enable Open-Source Ecosystems
$1,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 13, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S.-based organizations to develop and manage sustainable open-source ecosystems that foster community engagement and collaboration around existing open-source products.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Notice of Intent to issue Critical Minerals and Materials Accelerator Notice of Funding Opportunity
$50,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects that develop and pilot new technologies for processing critical minerals and materials essential for U.S. energy and industrial competitiveness.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Chemical Oceanography
$2,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers studying the chemistry of oceans and their impact on global environmental processes, aiming to enhance our understanding of marine chemistry and its role in climate and ecological systems.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)
$50,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force -- Research Lab)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

May 10, 2043

Date Added

Jul 26, 2023

This grant provides funding for research and development of innovative aerospace technologies to improve military air vehicle performance and capabilities.

Science and Technology
Small businesses
Research on Current Topics in Alzheimer's Disease and Its Related Dementias (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2027

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative research projects aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, inviting applications from a wide range of institutions and researchers.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Intervention Research to Improve Native American Health (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2025

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research projects that develop and test culturally relevant health interventions to improve health outcomes in Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities, emphasizing community engagement and sustainability.

Health
State governments