OpenFederal grantOpen to for-profit businessesPAR-25-371

Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of HealthCloses Nov 18, 2026(36 days left)

Does this fit your business?

This is an NIH research grant (R01) for studying the ethical, legal, and social implications of human genetics and genomics. It fits research-driven organizations in healthcare, biotech, academia, and social science; retail, finance, housing, and other businesses with no genetics research angle should not bother. Every application must include a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives or it will not be reviewed.

Best for
Healthcare and biotech firms doing genetics or genomics research, Universities and research institutions, Nonprofits with research capacity, State, local, and tribal government research programs
Not for
Retail, finance, or housing businesses with no genetics or genomics research angle, Organizations unable to produce a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives, Applicants looking for non-research funding or startup capital
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Healthcare & BiotechMatches your industry (clinical)
78
Strong Match
Social Services & NonprofitMatches your industry (social)
69
Good Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Not clearly about your industry or what you need funding for; check the…
54
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
Possible Match
Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to construction & infrastructure
54
Possible Match
Education & TrainingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to education & training
54
Possible Match
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to energy & clean tech
54
Possible Match
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
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
Who can apply
Small businesses, For-profit companies, Nonprofits, State and local governments, Tribal governments and organizations, Colleges and universities, Other applicants (see eligibility)

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is November 18, 2026.
Who can apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants include small businesses, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), private and public institutions of higher education, independent school districts, state, county, city, and special district governments, federally recognized tribal governments, tribal organizations, and public housing authorities. Others, such as Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, HBCUs, Hispanic-serving Institutions, faith-based and community-based organizations, and certain foreign organizations, may also apply.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
The facts do not specifically address sole proprietors or single-member LLCs. Small businesses are listed as eligible, but the notice does not say whether a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC qualifies as an eligible small business for this program.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) are both listed as eligible applicants.

Summary

NIH R01 grants for research on the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Eligible applicants include small businesses, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, universities, state/local/tribal governments, and others; a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives is required.

About this grant

The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Research Project (R01) applications that propose to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods. Approaches may include but are not limited to empirical qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as conceptual, legal, and normative analyses. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) requires a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) as part of the application. Applications without a PEDP will not be reviewed.

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

  • Science
  • Health
  • Research
  • Ethics
  • Genetics

Program contact

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

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