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NICHD Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) is sponsored by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)/National Institutes of Health (NIH).
This program supports exploratory and developmental research projects within the NICHD mission, including those related to normal and abnormal human development, childhood development through adolescence, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. This includes research on pediatric neurological diseases such as leukodystrophies.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public or private institutions of higher education are eligible. Projects should be exploratory and novel, addressing new scientific ideas, model systems, tools, agents, targets, and technologies within the NICHD mission. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $275,000 total in direct costs for two years, with no more than $200,000 in any single year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NICHD Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) is funded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)/National Institutes of Health (NIH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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