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Developing novel theory and methods for understanding the genetic architecture of complex human traits (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · PAR-25-255

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Deadline

November 5, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Developing novel theory and methods for understanding the genetic architecture of complex human traits (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). National Institutes of Health. The goal of this NOFO is to support applications for novel theory and methods development that enable better understanding of how genetic and non-genetic factors contribute to complex trait variation across individuals, families, and populations. Approaches should be interdisciplinary drawing from... Funding amounts not specified.

Who Should Apply

Nonprofits (non-501c3), Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments, Other eligible entities, Public universities/colleges, Private universities/colleges (+10 more)

Who Should NOT Apply

Organizations not matching the eligible applicant types listed above

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Is...
•Deadline: 2026-11-05

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What This Grant Funds

The goal of this NOFO is to support applications for novel theory and methods development that enable better understanding of how genetic and non-genetic factors contribute to complex trait variation across individuals, families, and populations. Approaches should be interdisciplinary drawing from the natural and social sciences, account for interdependencies across scales of biological, social, and ecological organization, and make extensive use of theory, modeling, and validation with available large-scale datasets.

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Who Can Apply

Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Eligible Applicant Types

Nonprofits without 501(c)(3)Federally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsOther (see NOFO for details)Public Colleges & UniversitiesPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesSpecial District GovernmentsCity/Township GovernmentsCounty GovernmentsFor-Profit OrganizationsOther Tribal OrganizationsSmall BusinessesState GovernmentsIndependent School DistrictsPublic And Indian Housing Authorities501(c)(3) Nonprofits

Funding Details

Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: November 15, 2024

Application Deadline: November 5, 2026 (78 days remaining)

Agency Contact

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