Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Funding amount not specified.
Project periods up to five years, renewable.
Develop a pool of well-trained clinician-scientist leaders.
Support dual-degree training to address biomedical research needs.
Clinician-scientists, biomedical research community, and healthcare sector.
Reissue of PAR-21-189, part of the NRSA program since 1974.
NIH funding, grant type.
Addresses critical needs in biomedical research training.
Recurring grant opportunity.
Higher Education Institutions
Public/State Controlled Institutions
Private Institutions
Nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status)
Local Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments
Faith-based or Community-based Organizations
Federal Governments
Not specified.
Eligible organizations must be domestic (U.S.).
Not specified.
Multiple institutions can participate in a single application.
Programs should promote diversity and inclusivity.
Not specified.
Not specified.
Dual-degree training in biomedical and clinical sciences.
Biomedical research, healthcare.
Trainees, healthcare providers, and research institutions.
U.S. based organizations only.
Completion of dual degrees and enhanced clinician-scientist workforce.
Programs should demonstrate long-term viability and impact.
Not specified.
Not specified.
At least one PD/PI should have a record of rigorous research.
Programs must adhere to NIH standards for training.
Application budgets are not limited but must reflect actual needs.
Funds must be used for training-related expenses.
Not specified.
Open Date: April 25, 2024
Multiple application due dates through 2027.
Up to five years, renewable.
Must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement.
Not specified.
Follow SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
Applications evaluated for scientific and technical merit.
Programs must integrate clinical and research training.
Not specified.