The Silvio O. Conte Digestive Diseases Research Core Centers (DDRCCs) grant is designed to support research centers focused on digestive and liver diseases. The goal is to enhance communication and collaboration among researchers by providing shared resources. Each center must focus on a central theme related to digestive or liver diseases that aligns with the mission of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and individuals involved in digestive and liver diseases research. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, various levels of government (state, county, city, township, special district), private and public institutions of higher education, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), independent school districts, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, and individuals.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a theme outside the NIDDK's primary mission
- Lack of a central theme for the research center
- Ineligible applicant type
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Central theme description
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Collaboration agreements
- Institutional support letters
- CVs of key personnel
- Previous research outcomes
Cautions
- Ensure the research theme aligns with NIDDK's mission
- Avoid proposing themes funded by other NIH Institutes
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, state governments, county governments, special district governments, city or township governments, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, unrestricted applicants, independent school districts, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and individuals. This wide range of eligible entities means that many types of organizations and individuals involved in digestive and liver diseases research can apply.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and individuals involved in digestive and liver diseases research. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, various levels of government (state, county, city, township, special district), private and public institutions of higher education, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), independent school districts, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, and individuals.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a theme outside the NIDDK's primary mission
- Lack of a central theme for the research center
- Ineligible applicant type
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support shared resources that foster productivity and collaboration among researchers focusing on digestive and liver diseases. This includes costs related to enhancing communication and developing new research ideas.
Total Program Funding
$4,800,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Feb 10, 2027(236 days)
- Archive Date
- Apr 10, 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as an applicant
- Develop a central research theme
- Prepare a detailed research proposal
- Draft a budget plan
- Gather institutional support letters
- Compile CVs of key personnel
- Submit proof of nonprofit status if applicable
- Ensure collaboration agreements are in place