The INCLUDE Project by the NIH is offering grants for innovative research on Down syndrome. This grant is for groundbreaking projects that could change the way we understand or treat Down syndrome and its related conditions. The research should be original and could involve new scientific methods or technologies. You don't need to have preliminary data to apply.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including nonprofits, tribal organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, and individuals. It's ideal for those with innovative ideas in Down syndrome research.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of innovative or transformative research approach
- Applications not related to Down syndrome or its co-occurring conditions
- Requesting more than $500,000
- Incomplete application
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Letters of support or collaboration (if applicable)
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Research team bios and qualifications
- Project timeline
- Description of potential impact
Cautions
- No clinical trials allowed
- Must clearly demonstrate potential for major impact
- Ensure all parts of the application are complete
- Stay within the $500,000 funding limit
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, private institutions of higher education, city or township governments, public and state institutions of higher education, state governments, for-profit organizations, special district governments, independent school districts, county governments, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including nonprofits, tribal organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, and individuals. It's ideal for those with innovative ideas in Down syndrome research.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Lack of innovative or transformative research approach
- Applications not related to Down syndrome or its co-occurring conditions
- Requesting more than $500,000
- Incomplete application
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for research activities related to Down syndrome, including developing new scientific methods, technologies, or clinical approaches. The focus is on transformative and innovative projects.
Total Program Funding
$3,000,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 15, 2028(719 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 14, 2028
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility
- Develop a transformative research proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Gather letters of support (if needed)
- Compile team bios and qualifications
- Outline project timeline
- Submit application by deadline