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Exploratory/Developmental Research on Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) (R21 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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National Institutes of Health

Deadline: Nov 14, 2025federal

Updated: Oct 30, 2025

Summary

The grant aims to accelerate research on Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) by funding studies that explore immunological mechanisms, genetic factors, and novel treatments. Eligible applicants include various government entities, nonprofits, businesses, and educational institutions, including specific organizations serving Native American populations and other minority groups. Application details are not provided in the description; interested parties should refer to the full opportunity announcement for more information.

Full Description

Description

The purpose of this initiative are to accelerate research leading to improved understanding and treatments for Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP). Responsive applications would propose studies of immunological mechanisms of nerve damage/dysfunction, contributing genetic/epigenetic factors, novel animal/cellular model systems, discovery of novel diagnostic or treatment response biomarkers, novel treatments or mechanisms of action of existing treatments.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

  • Other

Government

  • Special district governments
  • Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • State governments
  • Public and Indian housing authorities

Nonprofit

  • Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
  • Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
  • Other Native American tribal organizations

Business

  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Small businesses

Education

  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Independent school districts
  • Public and state institutions of higher education

Additional information

Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Grantor contact information

Description

NIH Grants Information grantsinfo@nih.gov

Email

See Section VII. Agency Contacts within the full opportunity announcement for all other inquires.

grantsinfo@nih.gov

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