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Annual grants to organizations working to prevent underage and high-risk drinking in Virginia communities. (Virginia ABC)

Eligible for: Applications due by 5 pm March 1, 2025 (for the 2025-26 cycle)

The NIH Research Education Program (R25) aims to support educational activities that enhance training opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research, ensuring a well-prepared workforce and promoting research careers. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, small businesses, and various government entities. For application details, interested parties should contact NIH at NIHTrain@mail.nih.gov.

The BRITE Program aims to encourage undergraduate freshmen and sophomores to pursue studies and careers in bioengineering, biomedical imaging, and related STEM fields through integrated educational activities, including summer bridge programs, academic year activities, and summer research experiences. Eligible applicants include private and public institutions of higher education with modest NIH research project grant funding. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email at gatlincl@nih.gov for more information.

The AGS Education grant supports the integration of atmospheric and geospace research and education through funding for summer internships for undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellowships for recent PhD graduates. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing various applicants to participate. Proposals for the REU Site Program can be submitted annually with an August deadline, while proposals for the AGS Education program are by invitation only, requiring contact with the education program director prior to submission.

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) aims to enhance genomics research capacity by funding interdisciplinary teams at biomedical research institutions that have limited NIH support. Eligible applicants include independent school districts, higher education institutions, nonprofits, government entities, and for-profit organizations. While applications are not currently being accepted, potential applicants are encouraged to start forming collaborations and developing projects in anticipation of the upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity.

The grant from the Division of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences (MCB) aims to support mid-career or later-stage researchers in pursuing new research directions through sabbaticals or professional development, enabling them to acquire new expertise and enhance their competitiveness. Eligible applicants include Associate or Full Professors or equivalent, with a strong track record of prior accomplishments. Interested researchers should submit proposals that outline their professional development plans and the rationale for their transition in research direction, along with departmental support, as proposals lacking these elements will be deemed unresponsive.

The NIDILRR’s ARRT program aims to provide advanced research training and experience to individuals with doctorates or similar advanced degrees, focusing on enhancing the capacity to conduct multidisciplinary disability and rehabilitation research related to employment outcomes for people with disabilities. Eligible applicants include public and private institutions of higher education, while foreign entities are not eligible. The application process details are not provided, but interested parties can contact Courtney Ward-Sutton via email for more information.

The grant aims to select five candidates from Spain to participate in the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders focusing on Civic Engagement and Environmental Issues, providing them with a deeper understanding of the U.S. and enhancing their leadership skills. Eligible applicants include registered public or private non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and governmental institutions based in Spain or Andorra, with a preference for those experienced in student recruitment. Interested organizations can apply by designing and promoting the application process, collecting and reviewing applications, and submitting a rank-ordered list of candidates to the U.S. Embassy in Spain.

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is renewing the Grants for Early Medical/Surgical Specialists' Transition to Aging Research (GEMSSTAR) program, aimed at supporting early-career physician- and dentist-scientists in aging-focused research. Eligible applicants include early-career professionals trained in medical or surgical specialties and those in dentistry who wish to bridge their expertise with the clinical care of older adults. Currently, applications are not being solicited; this notice allows potential applicants time to develop collaborations and projects, with the intention to utilize the R03 activity code.

The grant aims to provide training and technical assistance for data analysis and reporting to enhance the effectiveness of programs under the Assistive Technology Act, ultimately improving access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants include domestic public or private nonprofit or for-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, state and local governments, and community-based organizations with relevant experience in program administration and data reporting. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email for more information.

The Field Initiated Projects (FIP) program aims to generate new knowledge and develop methods or technologies to enhance the inclusion and self-sufficiency of people with disabilities, particularly those with the greatest support needs, while also improving the capacity of minority-serving institutions to conduct relevant research. Eligible applicants include private and public institutions of higher education, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and minority entities such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Hispanic-serving institutions. Interested parties can apply for FIP-MSI grants, which will be awarded based on peer review, and should contact the grantor for more information.

The grant aims to support the maintenance and management of existing consortia groups established by the Critical Path Institute, focusing on innovative projects in research, education, and outreach to enhance drug product innovation and development. Eligible applicants include organizations associated with the Critical Path Institute. To apply, interested parties should contact the FDA via email at terrin.brown@fda.hhs.gov for further information.