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Imaging - Science Track Award for Research Transition (I/START) (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)

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National Institutes of Health

Deadline: Jan 7, 2028federal

Updated: Oct 30, 2025

Summary

The purpose of this grant is to support both newly independent and established investigators in brain imaging research, specifically focusing on developing neuroimaging tools and conducting small proof-of-concept studies related to substance use disorders and addiction. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, government entities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and various other organizations, including those serving Native American populations and historically underrepresented groups. To apply, interested parties should refer to the full opportunity announcement for detailed application instructions.

Full Description

Description

This Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement (NOFO) is designed to encourage and facilitate the entry of investigators to the area of brain imaging research. This NOFO will support both newly independent investigators and established investigators who are seeking to develop and adopt neuroimaging tools and methodologies in their research programs and conduct small "proof-of-concept" studies relevant to substance use disorders and addiction. This NOFO is intended to support Small Research Grant (R03) projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with limited resources.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Business

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

Government

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

Nonprofit

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

Education

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

Miscellaneous

  • Other

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; Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.

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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