Funding Organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total Funding Amount: Up to $275,000 over two years
Primary Objective: Advance research on schizophrenia and related disorders in mid- to late-life
Key Stakeholders: Researchers, individuals with schizophrenia, healthcare providers
Funding Source: Federal government
Grant Frequency: Recurring
Higher Education Institutions
Public/State Controlled Institutions
Private Institutions
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
Foreign Organizations
All applicants must have an eRA Commons account
Registration in System for Award Management (SAM) is required
Research on mechanisms underlying schizophrenia and related disorders
Studies targeting individuals aged 35 and above
Research addressing health disparities in minority populations
Identification of novel prevention and treatment targets
Improved understanding of the trajectory of schizophrenia in mid- to late-life
Teams should include expertise from neuroscience, psychology, pharmacology, and related fields
Encouragement for teams led by individuals with lived experience of psychosis
Maximum budget: $275,000 over two years
Maximum annual request: $200,000
Application Due Date: June 16, 2026
Multiple submission dates leading up to this deadline
Must adhere to NIH Grants Policy Statement
Compliance with human subjects protection regulations
Follow the instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide
Applications must be submitted electronically