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Find similar grantsSupports exploratory/developmental research projects. Specific areas of interest for NHLBI include the use of biospecimens from NHLBI BioLINCC and secondary analysis of existing datasets in heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Universities and research institutions. Applicants are encouraged to address NHLBI strategic vision and mission. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (R21) is funded by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Small Grant Program for NHLBI K01/K08/K23/K25 Recipients (R03 Clinical Trial Optional) is sponsored by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is a limited competition small grant program for current recipients of NHLBI K01, K08, K23, and K25 awards, supporting research relevant to the NHLBI mission, which includes cardiovascular diseases.
NHLBI Mentored Research Scientist Development Award for Minority Faculty (K01) is sponsored by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This award encourages the enhancement of research skills in cardiovascular, pulmonary, and hematologic diseases, sleep disorders, and transfusion medicine by minority faculty members at domestic institutions and aims to increase the number of minority individuals involved in research endeavors.
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