This grant is for researchers who have received specific NHLBI K awards (K01, K08, K23, K25) to help them expand their research or start new projects related to their previous work. It's meant to support their transition to independent research by providing small grants for projects that can be completed in two years.
Who it's for: This grant is for individuals who are current or recent recipients of NHLBI K01, K08, K23, or K25 awards. It's specifically for those who are in their third year or have recently completed their K award, and who want to continue or expand their research.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a current or recent NHLBI K01, K08, K23, or K25 awardee
- Not maintaining at least 40% protected research effort
- Proposing a project that cannot be completed in two years
- Requesting funds exceeding $85,000
What You May Need
- Proof of current or recent NHLBI K award status
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Evidence of 40% protected research effort
- Peer-reviewed publications or data supporting the proposed project
- Institutional support letters
- NIH biosketch
- Human subjects documentation (if applicable)
- Animal use documentation (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure the project aligns with NHLBI research priorities
- Maintain the required research effort percentage
- Projects must be feasible within the two-year timeframe
- Carefully adhere to NIH application guidelines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include individuals who are current or recent recipients of NHLBI K01, K08, K23, or K25 awards. They must be in the third year of their K award or have completed it within the last two years. Eligible organizations include county governments, public and state institutions of higher education, city or township governments, state governments, independent school districts, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, special district governments, for-profit organizations, and individuals.
Overview
This grant is for individuals who are current or recent recipients of NHLBI K01, K08, K23, or K25 awards. It's specifically for those who are in their third year or have recently completed their K award, and who want to continue or expand their research.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a current or recent NHLBI K01, K08, K23, or K25 awardee
- Not maintaining at least 40% protected research effort
- Proposing a project that cannot be completed in two years
- Requesting funds exceeding $85,000
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for small research projects that generate preliminary data for future larger grants. This includes pilot studies, feasibility studies, secondary data analysis, and development of new research methods or technologies.
Total Program Funding
$3,900,000
Expected Awards
29
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 7, 2028(864 days)
- Archive Date
- Jan 6, 2029
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a current or recent NHLBI K awardee
- Develop a concise research proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget not exceeding $85,000
- Ensure 40% protected research effort is documented
- Gather necessary institutional support letters
- Complete NIH biosketch
- Prepare human or animal subjects documentation if needed
- Submit application by the deadline