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Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN) is sponsored by National Institutes of Health (NIH) / National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). The RDCRN program is designed to advance medical research on rare diseases by providing support for clinical studies and facilitating collaboration, study enrollment, and data sharing.
It supports consortia through collaborative activities, including multisite longitudinal studies of individuals with rare diseases and/or clinical trials, career enhancement, and pilot and feasibility projects. Natural history studies are a key output of this network.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Scientists from multiple disciplines at clinical sites, in partnership with patients and patient advocacy groups, are eligible. Specific pilot grants within the RDCRN may have additional eligibility criteria, such as requiring the PI to be based at a US-based academic or research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN) is funded by National Institutes of Health (NIH) / National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32) is a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that funds early postdoctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, to pursue research training in cancer-related fields. The K32 award supports fellows within 12 months prior to transitioning into, or within the first two years of, a postdoctoral position. The program, operated through NCI's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), aims to enhance the pool of qualified diverse cancer researchers. Beginning with the June 12, 2025 due date, the CURE ACE Award is available in both Independent Clinical Trial Required and Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed versions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at time of award.
Innovation Grant is a grant from the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations pursuing unique, high-impact projects that improve health and wellness in Arizona communities. This two-year award supports original initiatives with measurable real-world impact, including programs serving underserved and uninsured populations through oral health education, disease prevention, and nutritional access. Projects must demonstrate the potential to make a meaningful difference in the community and stand apart from conventional approaches. Eligible applicants are Arizona-based nonprofit organizations. Awards total $100,000 per recipient over two years. The 2026 application cycle closed October 16, 2025, with recipients notified in late 2025 and funding made available shortly after.
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