# Investigator-Focused Award (Parent R35)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/par-28-037-investigator-focused-award-parent-r35/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363391

> National Institutes of Health plans to offer grants to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around May 27, 2027, with applications due around October 4, 2027.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PAR-28-037 |
| Agency | National Institutes of Health |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | expected October 4, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 93.113, 93.121, 93.172, 93.307, 93.310, 93.393, 93.394, 93.395, 93.396, 93.397, 93.398, 93.399, 93.543, 93.859, 93.867, 93.879 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;

## What the grant funds

The National Institutes of Health intends to publish a Parent R35 "Investigator-Focused Award" Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to fund research programs for investigators at all career stages, including Early Stage Investigators (ESIs). The Parent R35 Investigator-Focused Award is intended to provide support for an investigator's program of research within the mission of the awarding Institute or Center (IC) rather than support for a pre-defined project with specific aims. The R35 is typically expected to be an investigator's primary (or only) source of research funding from the awarding IC. An R35 award gives investigators funding stability and scientific freedom. With R35 support, researchers can pursue ambitious and innovative studies without the pressure of constantly seeking new funding streams. Key benefits include: Providing flexibility to follow the science as it evolves within the awarding IC's mission. Providing stability to take on important, challenging research questions. Allowing recipients to devote sufficient time to research, mentoring, and scientific service, and less time to grant administration. Providing a high potential for scientific breakthroughs by enabling investigators to think broadly and pursue promising opportunities.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Investigator-Focused Award (Parent R35)?

National Institutes of Health accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Investigator-Focused Award (Parent R35)?

Expected deadline October 4, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.