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Autism Research Program (ARP) is a grant from the Department of Defense (DoD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs that funds exceptional, high-impact research focused on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The program emphasizes research of exceptional scientific merit and innovation with the potential to significantly advance understanding and treatment of ASD.
Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, and other organizations capable of conducting such research. Award amounts are not specified and vary by project and available appropriations.
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Lapse in Federal Appropriations The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p. m. EST on September 30, 2025.
Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status. Visit www.
dha. mil/shutdown for more information. DEPARTMENT OF WAR - CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED MEDICAL RESEARCH PROGRAMS Transforming Health Care through Innovative and Impactful Research FY24 Autism Research Program (ARP) For further information, please send e-mail to: CDMRP Webmaster - for download-related questions Help@ebrap.
org - for program announcement-related questions Last updated Wednesday, September 17, 2025
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Universities, research institutions, and other organizations capable of conducting research of exceptional scientific merit and innovation with high impact that focuses on ASD. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Autism Research Program (ARP) is funded by Department of Defense (DoD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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