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NIDCD Research Grants for Translating Basic Research into Clinical Practice (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of HealthCloses Oct 12, 2027(364 days left)Up to $500,000

Does this fit your business?

This is an NIH research grant for translating basic science into clinical tools for diagnosing, treating, and preventing communication disorders. It is for research teams — biotech firms, universities, hospitals, and nonprofits — that can show a clear link between lab findings and practical clinical impact. Retail, finance, housing, and other businesses with no health research capability should not apply; there is nothing in this program for them.

Best for
Healthcare and biotech organizations doing translational research on communication disorders, Small businesses developing clinical tools for diagnosing, treating, or preventing communication disorders, Nonprofits, universities, and government entities with research teams connecting basic science to clinical practice
Not for
Retail, finance, housing, and other businesses with no connection to health research, Organizations without research capability or a clear link to communication disorders, Applicants seeking general operating funds or non-research projects
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Healthcare & BiotechMatches your industry (health, clinical)
88
Strong Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to agriculture & farming
54
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
Possible Match
Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Education & TrainingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to education & training
54
Possible Match
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to energy & clean tech
54
Possible Match
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
54
Possible Match
Finance & BankingLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Food & BeverageLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Housing & Real EstateLimit: Nothing in this notice points to housing & real estate
54
Possible Match
ManufacturingLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Social Services & NonprofitLimit: Nothing in this notice points to social services & nonprofit
54
Possible Match
Technology & SoftwareLimit: Nothing in this notice points to technology & software
54
Possible Match
Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match

These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Research, R&D
Who can apply
Small businesses, For-profit companies, Nonprofits, State and local governments, Tribal governments and organizations, Colleges and universities, Other applicants (see eligibility)
Award range
Up to $500,000

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is October 12, 2027.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
The largest award is $500,000, and total program funding is $500,000.
Who can apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants include small businesses, for-profit organizations, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), state, county, city, and tribal governments, independent school districts, special district governments, public housing authorities, and public or private institutions of higher education. Other eligible applicants include HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, faith-based and community-based organizations, foreign organizations, and U.S. territories.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
The facts do not specifically address sole proprietors or single-member LLCs. Small businesses and for-profit organizations are listed as eligible, but the notice does not say whether sole proprietors or single-member LLCs qualify.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes. Both nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) are listed as eligible applicants.

Summary

NIH/NIDCD R01 grants fund translational research that turns basic research findings into clinical tools for diagnosing, treating, and preventing communication disorders. Eligible applicants include small businesses, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, state/local/tribal governments, school districts, public housing authorities, and institutions of higher education; clinical trials are optional.

About this grant

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is intended to provide an avenue for basic scientists, clinicians and clinical scientists to jointly initiate and conduct translational research projects which translate basic research findings into clinical tools for better human health. The scope of this FOA includes a range of activities to encourage translation of basic research findings which will impact the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of communication disorders. Connection to the clinical condition must be clearly established and the outcomes of the grant must have practical clinical impact.

Who can apply

Other Eligible Applicants include the following:

Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Health
  • Science
  • Research

Program contact

National Institutes of Healthgrantsinfo@nih.gov301-402-2541

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