Pilot Projects Investigating Understudied Proteins Associated with Rare Diseases
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Up to $100,000 in direct costs for one year
To support pilot projects elucidating the role of understudied proteins in rare diseases.
Researchers in the field of rare diseases
Patients affected by rare diseases
NIH funding, grant type: R03 Small Grant Program
One-time funding opportunity
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 Governments
State Governments
County Governments
City or Township Governments
Special District Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Federally Recognized and Other)
Federal Governments
U.S. Territory or Possession
Independent School Districts
Public Housing Authorities/Indian Housing Authorities
Faith-based or Community-based Organizations
Regional Organizations
U.S. organizations only; foreign organizations are not eligible to apply.
Research on understudied proteins associated with rare diseases.
Preliminary data and tools for further research on eligible proteins.
Projects must focus on rare diseases affecting fewer than 200,000 individuals in the U.S.
Individuals with skills and knowledge necessary to carry out the proposed research.
Application budgets are limited to $100,000 in direct costs.
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.
Must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement.
Follow instructions in the Research (R) Instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide.