The Bioengineering Research Grants (BRG) are designed to support innovative research that combines life and physical sciences to tackle biomedical challenges. This grant is ideal for small teams that want to develop and test new tools or methods in basic, translational, or clinical science. It allows for clinical trials that focus on testing and validating new approaches but does not support large-scale phase III clinical trials or commercial production.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including state and local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, higher education institutions, for-profit organizations, independent school districts, and individuals. It's best suited for small teams with a multidisciplinary approach to bioengineering research.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a phase III clinical trial
- Focusing on conventional clinical trials without a translational aspect
- Seeking support for commercial production
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan up to $500,000
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Collaborative agreements if applicable
- Institutional support letters
- Biosketches of key personnel
- Data management plan
- Human subjects research plan, if applicable
- Clinical trial protocol, if applicable
Cautions
- Ensure your project has a clear translational focus if involving clinical trials
- Do not propose phase III clinical trials
- Commercial production is not supported
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, unrestricted applicants, other Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations, independent school districts, special district governments, public and state institutions of higher education, and individuals. This broad eligibility allows a wide range of entities to apply, provided they meet the specific requirements of the grant.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including state and local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, higher education institutions, for-profit organizations, independent school districts, and individuals. It's best suited for small teams with a multidisciplinary approach to bioengineering research.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a phase III clinical trial
- Focusing on conventional clinical trials without a translational aspect
- Seeking support for commercial production
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support research that applies bioengineering approaches to solve biomedical problems. This includes developing and testing new tools, methods, and techniques in a research or clinical setting. Funds cannot be used for commercial production or phase III clinical trials.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 5, 2029(1104 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 5, 2029
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility based on your organization type
- Develop a multidisciplinary research proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Gather necessary institutional support documents
- Draft biosketches for all key personnel
- Prepare a data management plan
- If applicable, prepare a clinical trial protocol