NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Background
The NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is issued by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It aims to support discrete, specified projects that align with the scientific missions of participating NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs). This funding opportunity is designed to foster innovative research strategies and fundamental discoveries that can improve health outcomes. The grant specifically excludes applications proposing clinical trials.

Grant Details
The NIH Research Project Grant supports a circumscribed project in scientific areas that represent the specific interests and competencies of the investigator(s). The proposed project must relate to the programmatic interests of one or more participating NIH ICs. The R01 mechanism is historically significant for supporting health-related research and development. Applications may be assigned to multiple ICs based on related research interests. The maximum project period is 5 years. While application budgets are not limited, they must reflect the actual needs of the proposed project.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, local governments, state governments, county governments, city or township governments, Indian/Native American tribal governments, federal agencies, U.S. territories or possessions, independent school districts, public housing authorities, faith-based organizations, regional organizations, and foreign organizations. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Period of Performance
The maximum project period for this grant is 5 years.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant is contingent upon NIH appropriations and the submission of a sufficient number of meritorious applications. Application budgets are not limited but should reflect actual project needs.