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

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 Funding Opportunity Announcement does not accept applications proposing clinical trial(s). • Eligible applicants include public and state controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and other organizations such as non-profits and small businesses. • The program aims to support research in various areas, including environmental health, human genome research, mental health research, and more. • Applicants can submit their applications electronically, and the expected application count is around 100. • The grant program does not require cost sharing, and there is no specified award ceiling or floor.