Ancillary Studies to Ongoing Clinical Projects (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications for ancillary studies to ongoing clinical projects. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support ancillary studies that can be carried out in conjunction with ongoing clinical projects. The studies should be focused on arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases research. • The application should be submitted electronically through the eRA Commons. • The award will be for a maximum of $250,000. • The project period is not explicitly mentioned, but the application is due on December 05, 2025. • Eligible applicants include county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, state governments, independent school districts, native American tribal organizations, public and state controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations. • The funding instrument will be a grant.