Limited Competition: Small Grant Program for the NCATS Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)
AGENCY
HHS-NIH11
PROGRAM
Discretionary
AMOUNT
Up to $50K
CLOSES
Oct 19, 2026
Description
The purpose of this NOFO is to enhance the capability of NCATS CTSA Program KL2 scholars and recipients of re-entry supplements supported by the CTSA Program to conduct research as they complete the transition to fully independent academic translational scientists. These R03 grants will support different clinical and translational science research projects, including pilot and feasibility studies; secondary data analysis of existing data; small, self-contained research projects; development of research methodology; and development of new research technology. Research proposed in the R03 application may or may not include patient-oriented research. The R03 is, therefore, intended to support research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with limited resources and that provide preliminary data to support submission of a subsequent R01, or equivalent, application.
Eligibility
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Small businesses; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; City or township governments; State governments; Special district governments; Independent school districts; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; County governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Private institutions of higher education; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Contact
Additional details
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Cost sharing required
- No
- Archived
- Nov 24, 2026
Opportunity number: PAR-25-155
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