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Nutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORCs) (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)

Posted Jun 30, 2026·open

AGENCY

HHS-NIH11

PROGRAM

Discretionary

AMOUNT

Up to $750K

CLOSES

Oct 20, 2026

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Description

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications from institutions/organizations that propose to establish core centers that are part of an integrated and existing program of nutrition and/or obesity research. The Nutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORC) program is designed to support and enhance the national research effort in nutrition and obesity. NORCs support three primary research-related activities: Research Core services, a Pilot and Feasibility (P and F) program, and a Scientific Catalyst program. All activities pursued by Nutrition Obesity Research Centers are designed to enhance the efficiency, productivity, effectiveness, and multidisciplinary nature of research in nutrition and obesity.

Eligibility

Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); City or township governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Private institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Small businesses; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; State governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do not have 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); County governments; Independent school districts; Special district governments

Contact

National Institutes of Health

NIDDK_DDN@nih.gov

301-402-2541

Additional details

Funding instrument: Grant
Cost sharing required: No
Archived: Dec 20, 2026

Opportunity number: RFA-DK-27-120

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