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NICHD Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant is sponsored by National Institutes of Health (NIH), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD).
This program supports exploratory and developmental research projects that fall within the NICHD mission, which includes research relevant to normal and abnormal human development, childhood development through adolescence, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Projects may involve considerable risk but have the potential to lead to breakthroughs or novel techniques in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical research.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public or Private Institutions of Higher Education (Hispanic-serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions are always encouraged to apply for NIH support), as well as other research organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows direct costs limited to $275,000 over a two-year period, with no more than $200,000 in direct costs allowed in any single year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NICHD Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant is funded by National Institutes of Health (NIH), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Alaska. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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