Grant name: Innovative Screening Approaches and Therapies for Screenable Disorders in Newborns (R21 - Clinical Trial Optional)
Funding organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total funding amount: Up to $275,000
Duration: Maximum of 2 years
Primary objective: To support research on novel screening approaches and therapeutic interventions for genetic conditions detectable through newborn screening.
Key stakeholders: NICHD, researchers, healthcare providers, and newborns.
Funding source: NIH.
Funding type: Grant.
Significance: Addresses critical gaps in newborn screening and early intervention.
Grant frequency: One-time.
Higher Education Institutions
Public/State Controlled Institutions of Higher Education
Private Institutions of Higher Education
Nonprofits Other Than Institutions of Higher Education
For-Profit Organizations
Small Businesses
Local Governments
State Governments
County Governments
City or Township Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Federally Recognized)
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized)
Federal Governments
U.S. Territory or Possession
Other: Independent School Districts, Public Housing Authorities, Faith-based Organizations, Regional Organizations, Foreign Organizations.
Development of novel screening approaches and therapeutic interventions for genetic conditions.
Research on conditions currently included in newborn screening panels or those that could benefit from early detection.
Applicants must have the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to carry out the proposed research.
Combined budget for direct costs may not exceed $275,000.
No more than $200,000 may be requested in any single year.
Open Date: January 16, 2025
Application Due Dates: February 16, 2025; June 16, 2025; October 16, 2025; February 16, 2026; June 16, 2026; October 16, 2026; February 16, 2027; June 16, 2027; October 16, 2027.
Expiration Date: November 17, 2027.
Applicants must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement and other federal regulations.
Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov.
Follow the instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide.