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Development of Candidate Medical Countermeasures (MCMs) and Technologies Against Chemical or Radiation/Nuclear (CRN) Threats (RFA-AI-27-014) is sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). This opportunity supports the development of medical countermeasures and enabling technologies to address chemical and radiation/nuclear threats in civilian settings.
It funds early and preclinical work for diagnosing, mitigating, or treating injuries following exposure.
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NIH Chemical & Radiation Countermeasures Funding (RFA-AI-27-014) – Apply by October 9, 2026 — BW&CO Development of Candidate Medical Countermeasures (MCMs) and Technologies Against Chemical or Radiation/Nuclear (CRN) Threats Below is a brief summary. Please check the full solicitation before applying (link in resources section).
This NIH opportunity (RFA-AI-27-014) supports the development of medical countermeasures (MCMs) and enabling technologies to address chemical and radiation/nuclear (CRN) threats in civilian settings. The program is administered by NIAID through the Radiation and Nuclear Countermeasures Program (RNCP) and Chemical Countermeasures Research Program (CCRP).
It is designed to fund early and preclinical work that can diagnose, mitigate, or treat injuries following exposure. This is a forecasted opportunity with an Estimated Application Due Date: October 9, 2026 . Founders working in radiological, nuclear, or chemical threat preparedness should begin positioning now, as this is a complex NIH cooperative agreement with long lead times.
How much funding would I receive? Funding amounts are not specified in the solicitation , but we anticipate funding to range from $500k - $2m. What could I use the funding for?
Funding supports research and development of medical countermeasures and enabling technologies addressing CRN threats, including: Radiation and Nuclear Countermeasures Program (RNCP): Biomarkers of radiation damage Devices to assess and predict injury Products to improve survival and reduce morbidity across organ systems Chemical Countermeasures Research Program (CCRP): Preclinical development of products Technologies to mitigate or treat injury after exposure to Chemicals of Concern Solutions designed for post-exposure, civilian mass casualty settings All work must align with developing capabilities to diagnose, mitigate, or treat acute and delayed effects of radiation or chemical exposure during or after public health emergencies.
Are there any additional benefits I would receive? Not specified in the solicitation. What is the timeline to apply and when would I receive funding?
Estimated Post Date: July 10, 2026 Estimated Application Due Date: October 9, 2026 Estimated Award Date: July 1, 2027 Estimated Project Start Date: July 1, 2027 Additional timeline details are not specified in the solicitation . Where does this funding come from? This funding is provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) on behalf of the NIH.
Sections 301 and 405 of the Public Health Service Act (42 USC 241 and 284) Federal Regulations: 42 CFR Part 52 and 2 CFR Part 200 The program is supported by a congressional mandate (Public Law 109-149, Dec. 30, 2005) to advance research addressing chemical and radiological threats. Who is eligible to apply?
For-profit organizations other than small businesses What companies and projects are likely to win?
Projects that align closely with the stated program goals, including: Development of medical countermeasures for radiation or chemical exposure Technologies addressing post-exposure treatment in civilian mass casualty scenarios Preclinical-stage innovations with clear pathways to mitigating injury or improving survival Tools for diagnostics, biomarkers, or injury assessment Further selection criteria are not specified in the solicitation .
Are there any restrictions I should know about? Funding instrument is a cooperative agreement No cost sharing or matching requirement Additional restrictions are not specified in the solicitation . How long will it take me to prepare an application?
Given this is an NIH cooperative agreement focused on preclinical and translational research, preparation timelines are typically substantial, but exact expectations are not specified in the solicitation .
Translating your technology into NIH-aligned positioning Mapping your solution to RNCP or CCRP priorities Structuring a competitive preclinical development narrative Managing the full application process ahead of the October 9, 2026 deadline Review solicitation here.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit small businesses and other for-profit organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500,000 - $2,000,000 (anticipated range). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Development of Candidate Medical Countermeasures (MCMs) and Technologies Against Chemical or Radiation/Nuclear (CRN) Threats (RFA-AI-27-014) are due October 9, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Development of Candidate Medical Countermeasures (MCMs) and Technologies Against Chemical or Radiation/Nuclear (CRN) Threats (RFA-AI-27-014) is funded by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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