The National Human Genome Research Institute is offering a grant for a center that will coordinate efforts to understand how genetic variations affect biological functions. This center will manage data, create a searchable catalog of genetic impacts, and collaborate with other research groups to enhance scientific understanding.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and entities that can manage and coordinate large-scale genomic research projects. Eligible applicants include governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Not being able to coordinate with multiple research entities
- Lack of experience in genomic research
- Inability to manage large datasets
- Failure to engage with the broader research community
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan up to $4,000,000
- Organizational capability statement
- Evidence of past genomic research experience
- Plan for data management and sharing
- Letters of support from consortium partners
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- DUNS number and SAM registration
- Description of collaboration strategies
- Timeline for project milestones
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Must coordinate with multiple research entities
- Requires significant data management capabilities
- High level of collaboration expected
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, city or township governments, individuals, independent school districts, other Native American tribal organizations, private institutions of higher education, county governments, state governments, special district governments, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, and for-profit organizations. The opportunity is open to a wide range of entities capable of managing large-scale genomic research projects.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and entities that can manage and coordinate large-scale genomic research projects. Eligible applicants include governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing clinical trials
- Not being able to coordinate with multiple research entities
- Lack of experience in genomic research
- Inability to manage large datasets
- Failure to engage with the broader research community
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and manage a data portal, create a catalog of genetic variations, organize consortium activities, and collaborate with other research programs.
Total Program Funding
$6,000,000
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 14, 2026(65 days)
- Archive Date
- Feb 14, 2027
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Early 2027
Application Checklist
- Register for a DUNS number and SAM
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather letters of support from partners
- Outline a data management and sharing plan
- Demonstrate past experience in genomic research
- Submit proof of eligibility
- Plan for consortium collaboration
- Establish a timeline for project milestones
- Review application for completeness