This grant is for research projects focusing on chemical threats that impact the nervous system, such as chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals. The goal is to understand how these chemicals cause harm and to find new ways to treat or prevent their effects.
Who it's for: This grant is suitable for a wide range of organizations, including government entities, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, small businesses, and tribal governments. Applicants should have a focus on research related to chemical threats and their impact on the nervous system.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Not focusing on chemical threats affecting the nervous system
- Requesting more than $300,000
- Not being one of the specified eligible entity types
- Lack of experience in basic research on chemical threats
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Organizational background information
- CVs of key personnel
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Previous research experience documentation
- Project timeline
- Data management plan
- Compliance with NIH guidelines
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Strict focus on chemical threats is required
- Ensure compliance with NIH guidelines
- Limited total program funding of $300,000
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include special district governments, non-profit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, city or township governments, public and state institutions of higher education, county governments, for-profit organizations, state governments, small businesses, private institutions of higher education, independent school districts, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, and other Native American tribal organizations.
Overview
This grant is suitable for a wide range of organizations, including government entities, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, small businesses, and tribal governments. Applicants should have a focus on research related to chemical threats and their impact on the nervous system.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Not focusing on chemical threats affecting the nervous system
- Requesting more than $300,000
- Not being one of the specified eligible entity types
- Lack of experience in basic research on chemical threats
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for conducting basic research on chemical threats to the nervous system. This includes generating data on toxicity mechanisms, exploring new toxic exposure effects, and identifying new therapeutic targets.
Total Program Funding
$300,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2024
- Deadline
- Oct 16, 2026(125 days)
- Archive Date
- Nov 21, 2026
- Last Updated
- May 13, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review eligibility criteria carefully
- Prepare a detailed research proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather necessary organizational documents
- Compile CVs and biosketches of key personnel
- Obtain letters of support or collaboration
- Ensure alignment with NIH research priorities
- Submit application before the deadline