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GrantNIH INCLUDE Exploratory/Developmental Research Awards for Down syndrome (R21, Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – RFA-OD-27-003
Atlas Opportunity Score88/100
FundingNIH intends to commit an estimated $1,000,000 to fund up to 5 awards per year in FY2027, FY2028, and FY2029. Maximum $275,000 direct costs over the 2-year project period, with no more than $200,000 in any single year. Cost sharing is not required.
DeadlineOctober 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization. Open date: September 15, 2026.
Required next actionValidate that the proposed project is exploratory or developmental Down syndrome research and does not meet the NIH definition of a clinical trial. Confirm PD/PI and institutional research readiness, budget within the R21 caps, required registrations, and data-sharing and human-subjects requirements as applicable before submission.
Current statusActiveSource verificationOctober 3, 2026
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