Investigator Initiated Innovation in Computational Genomics and Data Science (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for a broad range of research efforts in computational genomics, data science, statistics, and bioinformatics relevant to basic or clinical genomic science, and broadly applicable to human health and disease. This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) supports fundamental genomics research developing innovative analytical methodologies and approaches, early-stage development of tools and software, and refinement or hardening of software and tools of high value to the biomedical genomics community. Key aspects of this opportunity include: • Support for research in computational genomics, data science, statistics, and bioinformatics • Focus on basic or clinical genomic science • Emphasis on innovation and development of new analytical methodologies and approaches • Eligibility for various types of organizations, including universities, non-profits, and small businesses • Application due date of September 7, 2027