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National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Overview

NIH supports biomedical, behavioral, and health-related research that advances knowledge to improve human health. NIH proposals are highly structured and require close adherence to sponsor guidelines.

 

What NIH Funds

  • Research projects (R-series, including R15 AREA)

  • Training and career development (T & K series)

  • Pilot and exploratory studies (R21)

  • Infrastructure and shared resources

Typical Size Award and Duration:

  • Varies widely

 

Proposal Requirements & Templates

Significance, Innovation, Approach

1 Page

SciENcv Format Required)

Modular or detailed

If applicable

Data Management & Sharing Plan

Review & Award Process

 

  • Peer review by Scientific Review Groups (SRGs)

  • Scored on NIH review criteria

  • Funding decisions made by Institutes & Centers

 

 

HELPFUL Resources

 

  • NIH Grants Policy Statement

  • NIH Forms & Instructions

 

OPEN FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES