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Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · PAR-25-369

85 days left

Deadline

November 18, 2026

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Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional). National Institutes of Health. The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) applications that propose to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods. Approaches may include... Funding amounts not specified.

Who Should Apply

State governments, County governments, For-profit organizations, Nonprofits (501c3), City/township governments (+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 Isl...
•Deadline: 2026-11-18

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What This Grant Funds

The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) applications that propose to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods. Approaches may include but are not limited to empirical qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as conceptual, legal, and normative analyses. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. Of particular interest are studies that explore the implications of new or emerging genomic technologies or novel uses of genomic information.

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

State GovernmentsCounty GovernmentsFor-Profit Organizations501(c)(3) NonprofitsCity/Township GovernmentsSpecial District GovernmentsPublic And Indian Housing AuthoritiesFederally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsNonprofits without 501(c)(3)Independent School DistrictsOther Tribal OrganizationsPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesPublic Colleges & UniversitiesOther (see NOFO for details)Small Businesses

Funding Details

Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: January 13, 2025

Application Deadline: November 18, 2026 (85 days remaining)

Agency Contact

NIH Grants Information grantsinfo@nih.gov

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