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Early to Definitive Clinical Trials (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)

Forecast Expected deadline July 31, 2027 Opportunity PAR-28-074

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 31, 2027, with applications due around July 31, 2027.

From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed September 29, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.

Key dates

Forecast postedSeptember 29, 2026
Expected postingMay 31, 2027
Expected deadlineJuly 31, 2027
Expected award dateApril 30, 2028

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Who can apply

This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.

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;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions).

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What the grant funds

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications that propose early to definitive clinical trials. Trials testing drugs, devices, biologics, procedures, behavioral, social, economic, health services, or other biomedical or non-pharmacological interventions are of interest to this initiative. The trials should align with the research mission of the participating Institutes, Centers, and Offices (ICOs) of the NIH. The NOFO will utilize the R61/R33 activity code, a bi-phasic, milestone-driven award. The R61 phase provides support for planning activities, and the R33 phase provides support for a clinical trial, with a maximum project period of 7 years. Applications are not being solicited at this time. This notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop meaningful collaborations and relevant projects. Investigators with expertise in clinical trial planning, design, implementation, intervention development, and/or stakeholder engagement are encouraged to consider applying for the NOFO.

Category: Health.

How to apply

  1. Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
  2. Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
  3. Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.

Questions go to NIA Scientific Program Contact, NIA-NOFO-Scientific@nih.gov, Please contact via e-mail.

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Questions people ask

Who can apply for Early to Definitive Clinical Trials (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)?

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 Early to Definitive Clinical Trials (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)?

Expected deadline July 31, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

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