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The grant aims to support the Emerging Global Leader Program (K43) in alignment with clinical trials policy. Eligible applicants include non-domestic entities (foreign organizations) from low- and middle-income countries, as defined by the World Bank, with specific restrictions on upper-middle-income countries that are G20 members. Application details are not provided in the description, but interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information for further inquiries.

Deadline: Dec 3, 2026

The grant aims to provide funds for revision applications that support the expansion of existing projects or programs within the NIH awarding Institute or Center, as specified in a Notice of Special Interest (NOSI). Eligible applicants include various nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government entities, and small businesses, among others. To apply, applicants must submit their applications in response to a relevant NOSI published by an NIH Institute or Center.

Deadline: Nov 24, 2026

The purpose of this grant is to support Research Project (R01) applications that investigate the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics, encouraging diverse stakeholder involvement and requiring a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) in applications. Eligible applicants include various government entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other specified groups, including tribal organizations and minority-serving institutions. To apply, applicants must submit a proposal that includes the required PEDP, as applications lacking this component will not be reviewed.

Deadline: Nov 18, 2026

The Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Program aims to enhance access to multi-user scientific and engineering instruments for research and training at U.S. higher education institutions and not-for-profit organizations. Eligible applicants include accredited Ph.D.-granting and non-Ph.D.-granting institutions, not-for-profit organizations, and consortia of these entities. Proposals can be submitted through specific tracks based on funding amounts, with a maximum of four submissions allowed per institution across the defined tracks; applicants are encouraged to consult with NSF for eligibility and submission details.

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026

The purpose of this grant is to support Small Research Grant (R21) applications that investigate the ethical, legal, and social implications of human genetics and genomics, encouraging studies that involve key stakeholders and focus on normative or conceptual analyses. Eligible applicants include government entities, educational institutions, small businesses, nonprofits, and various organizations, including those serving specific communities. To apply, interested parties should refer to the full opportunity announcement for detailed instructions and contact NIH Grants Information for inquiries.

Deadline: Nov 16, 2026

The grant provides access to biospecimens and research data from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study, aimed at advancing research on tobacco use behaviors and health outcomes in the U.S. Eligible applicants include various educational institutions, government entities, nonprofits, and small businesses, with specific exclusions for non-U.S. organizations. To apply, interested investigators should refer to the PATH Study series page for more information.

Deadline: Oct 30, 2026

The International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program aims to support U.S. science and engineering students in participating in international research and related activities, fostering a diverse and skilled workforce. Eligibility is limited to U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents, while proposals must be submitted by U.S.-based organizations, including non-profit and higher education institutions. Students do not apply directly to NSF; instead, they must apply to NSF-funded investigators who have received IRES awards, which can be identified through the NSF's directory of active IRES projects.

Deadline: Oct 26, 2026

The HBCU Excellence in Research (HBCU-EiR) program aims to enhance research capacity at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by funding research projects aligned with NSF's programs, particularly for those HBCUs that have not been successful in larger NSF competitions. Eligible applicants include accredited HBCUs with faculty members conducting research in science, engineering, or STEM education, and proposals must be submitted by a full-time faculty member or researcher from the HBCU. For application details, interested parties can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

Deadline: Oct 20, 2026

The Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) aim to support emerging leaders in mathematics and statistics by providing opportunities for impactful postdoctoral research. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who have obtained their doctoral degree within the last two years and propose research in mathematics or statistics. Proposals must be submitted directly to the NSF by the fellowship proposer, and candidates must certify their eligibility upon submission.

Deadline: Oct 21, 2026

The purpose of this grant is to support NCATS CTSA Program KL2 scholars and re-entry supplement recipients in conducting clinical and translational research projects, including pilot studies and methodology development, to aid their transition to independent academic scientists. Eligible applicants include various nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government entities, and small businesses, with specific provisions for certain minority-serving institutions. Application details are not provided in the summary, but interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information for further inquiries.

Deadline: Oct 19, 2026

The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science program aims to provide K-14 educators with authentic summer research experiences to enhance their knowledge in engineering and computer science, fostering collaborations with universities and industry partners. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, particularly minority-serving institutions and community colleges, as well as active ENG or CISE awardees for supplemental funding. Proposals must be submitted by faculty members with a full-time, tenured or tenure-track position in relevant engineering or computer science departments.

Deadline: Oct 14, 2026

The NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships aim to support early-career scientists in conducting independent research and education in astronomy or astrophysics for up to three years at eligible host institutions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents who have earned their doctoral degree within the last five years or will complete it by October 1 following the proposal deadline. Proposals must be submitted directly by the fellowship candidate, who must identify scientific mentors and host institutions at the time of submission.

Deadline: Oct 15, 2026