Grant name: NIDCD Early Career Research (ECR) Award (R21)
Funding organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total funding amount: Up to $375,000
Duration: Maximum of 3 years
Primary objective: Support early-stage scientists in establishing independent research careers
Key stakeholders: Early-career researchers in biomedical and behavioral sciences
Funding source: NIH
Significance: Aimed at fostering new research in communication disorders
Grant frequency: Recurring
Higher Education Institutions
Public/State Controlled Institutions of Higher Education
Private Institutions of Higher Education
Nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status)
For-Profit Organizations
Small Businesses
Local, State, County, City Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments
Federal Agencies
Other (e.g., Independent School Districts, Public Housing Authorities)
PD/PI must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or valid U.S. visa holder
PD/PI must be no more than 7 years post their highest degree
Formal years of clinical training do not count towards the 7-year limit
Hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, or language
Projects may include secondary analysis, small research projects, methodology development, translational research, and technology development
Acquisition of preliminary data for subsequent R01 applications
Projects may be milestone-driven or descriptive
PD/PI must demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary for the proposed research
Maximum budget: $375,000
Maximum direct costs per year: $125,000
Open Date: January 19, 2025
Application Due Dates: Multiple deadlines from June 17, 2025 to February 17, 2027
Earliest Start Date: February 19, 2025
Must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement
No cost sharing required
Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov
Follow specific application instructions in the Application Guide