CCRP Initiative: NIH Countermeasures Against Chemical Threats
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total funding amount: $2 million for FY 2026
Maximum project period: 3 years
To support basic research on chemical threats affecting the nervous system.
To develop therapeutic countermeasures for civilian mass exposure situations.
Civilian population potentially exposed to chemical threats.
Researchers in toxicology and related fields.
Funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Type: Research Project Grant (R01)
Recurring 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 (including Small Businesses)
Local, State, County, City Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments
Federal Government Agencies
Other organizations such as Independent School Districts and Faith-based Organizations
U.S. organizations are eligible; foreign organizations are not eligible to apply.
Not specified
Basic research on chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals.
Mechanisms of toxicity affecting the nervous system.
Elucidation of mechanisms of toxicity.
Identification of new targets for therapeutic development.
Applicants must demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to conduct the proposed research.
Special biosafety certification may be required for research involving hazardous chemical agents.
Application budgets may not exceed $300,000 in direct costs per year.
Open Date: September 17, 2025
Application Due Date: October 16, 2026
Compliance with NIH Grants Policy Statement and federal regulations.
Follow instructions in the Research Instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide.
Applications must include a letter from institutional biosafety officials.