NIH Director's Early Independence Award (DP5 Clinical Trial Optional)
HHS-NIH11 Forecasted RFA-RM-28-004Description
The NIH Director's Early Independence Award supports outstanding early-career investigators who are ready to pursue independent research soon after completing their doctoral degree or post-graduate clinical training, without following the traditional postdoctoral path. The award is designed to accelerate the transition to an independent research career. Applications are welcome across all fields relevant to the NIH mission. The Early Independence Award is part of the NIH Common Fund's High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program .
Eligibility
Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions).
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Funding Details
- Award Floor
- $350,000.00
- Award Ceiling
- $350,000.00
- Total Estimated Funding
- $5,700,000.00
- Expected Awards
- 10
Key Dates
- Posted
- September 3, 2026
- Closes
- N/A
- Archive Date
- N/A
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- National Institutes of Health
- Agency Code
- HHS-NIH11
- Funding Instrument
- Other