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NIH Small Research Grant Program (Parent R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health

Verified sourceVerified Aug 30, 2026Updated Aug 30, 2026Funding source
Funding amount
Up to $50K
Deadline
Jan 7, 2028
Geography
National (all U.S.)
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About this grant

The NIH Small Research Grant Program supports small research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with limited resources. This program supports different types of projects including pilot and feasibility studies; secondary analysis of existing data; small, self-contained research projects; development of research methodology; and development of new research technology. This Notice of Funding Opportunity does not accept applications proposing clinical trial(s).

Eligibility

Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Required documents

  • SF-424
  • Project narrative
  • Budget

Eligible organization types

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Always verify grant requirements directly with the funder before applying.