This grant is for the continued development of the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Data Resource Center. It's focused on improving access to and analysis of genetic and phenotypic data related to childhood cancers and congenital anomalies. The goal is to help researchers discover genetic causes and shared biological pathways for these conditions.
Who it's for: This grant is intended for organizations or entities that can manage and develop a data resource center focused on pediatric genetic research. This includes a wide range of entities such as government bodies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a single source applicant
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of experience in managing large-scale data resources
- Inability to collaborate with existing Kids First initiatives
- Failure to meet NIH peer-review standards
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan up to $3,200,000
- Proof of eligibility
- Organizational capability statement
- NIH peer-review compliance documents
- Data management plan
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Resumes of key personnel
- Past performance references
- NIH registration and login credentials
Cautions
- Only single source applications are accepted
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Must adhere to NIH peer-review processes
- Significant experience in data management required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include city or township governments, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, individuals, state governments, special district governments, county governments, for-profit organizations, private institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, independent school districts, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. Essentially, a wide range of entities can apply, but they must be able to manage a complex data resource center.
Overview
This grant is intended for organizations or entities that can manage and develop a data resource center focused on pediatric genetic research. This includes a wide range of entities such as government bodies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a single source applicant
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of experience in managing large-scale data resources
- Inability to collaborate with existing Kids First initiatives
- Failure to meet NIH peer-review standards
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and manage the Data Resource Center, including its Data Resource Core, Data Coordination Core, and Administrative Core. This involves data aggregation, access, analysis, sharing, and administrative oversight.
Total Program Funding
$5,000,000
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline
- Jan 8, 2027(68 days)
- Archive Date
- Mar 8, 2027
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Mid 2027
Application Checklist
- Review eligibility requirements
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather letters of support or collaboration
- Ensure NIH registration is complete
- Compile resumes of key personnel
- Draft a data management plan
- Submit application by January 8, 2027