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Limited Competition: Small Grant Program for NIDDK K01/K08/K23/K25 Recipients (R03 Clinical Trial Optional) is sponsored by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) (NIH). This program provides NIDDK-supported K01, K08, K23, and K25 recipients with the opportunity to apply for Small Grant (R03) support during the latter years of their K award.
It aims to enhance the capability of K award recipients to conduct research as they transition to fully independent investigator status. The R03 mechanism supports pilot and feasibility studies, secondary analysis of existing data, small self-contained research projects, development of research methodology, and development of new research technology.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Only current NIDDK-supported K01, K08, K23, or K25 awardees are eligible. K-awardees who have already successfully competed for an R01 or equivalent grant are ineligible. Ideally, awardees should have at least one year remaining on their K award at the R03 start date, and the K award must be active at the time of the R03's earliest intended start date. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $75,000 direct costs per year, with a maximum project period of two years (total $150,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Limited Competition: Small Grant Program for NIDDK K01/K08/K23/K25 Recipients (R03 Clinical Trial Optional) is funded by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) (NIH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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