RFA-DC-24-008: Early-Stage Dissemination and Implementation Research in Communication Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
Closed
This grant is closed. A newer notice from the same program is open now: Early-Stage Dissemination and Implementation Research in Communication Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) (RFA-DC-26-001). Status: Closes June 17, 2027 (222 days left). It is in our archive of National Institutes of Health notices from 2024.
National Institutes of Health offered grants of up to $275,000 to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. Applications closed on October 11, 2024.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed May 30, 2024. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$275,000
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
About this NIH notice
- Activity codeR21
- Clinical trialsOptional
- Funded byNIDCD
- Median yearly award$432,575
- Typical project length2 years
- R21, Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant. Early, exploratory ideas that may not have preliminary data yet, usually for up to two years. Other open R21 notices.
Projects funded under RFA-DC-24-008 were run by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD, 4 projects). Contact the program officer at the institute that fits your project before you apply; the notice lists them.
Application due dates, page limits and budget limits are set in the notice. Read RFA-DC-24-008 in the NIH Guide.
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| RFA-DC-26-001 | February 5, 2026 | Closes June 17, 2027 (222 days left) | Open |
Key dates
| Posted | May 30, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | October 11, 2024 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | November 16, 2024 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
All 15 applicant types the notice lists
- 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 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.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Projects NIH funded under this notice had a median yearly award of $432,575; it allows up to $275,000 per award.
- Most of the program's money (77% over five years) went to colleges and universities.
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
NIDCD invites applications for formative dissemination and implementation (D and I) research projects in NIDCD mission areas of hearing, balance, taste, smell, voice, speech, and language.
Funded under RFA-DC-24-008 so far
NIH funded 4 projects under RFA-DC-24-008 in fiscal 2025, at 3 institutions. The median yearly award was $432,575.
| Project | Institution | Fiscal year | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Using EPIS in the Iterative Development of Outreach Materials and Support Group Curricula for Families of Children with DLD | University of Delaware | 2025 | $440,000 |
| Breaking barriers: Harnessing implementation mapping to promote caregiver coaching in early intervention | Northwestern University | 2025 | $19,903 |
| Optimizing Reading Instruction for Students who use AAC | The Pennsylvania State University | 2025 | $432,575 |
| A Multi-Site Feasibility Trial to Support Implementation of Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy for Dizziness and Vertigo in the Emergency Department | Northwestern University | 2025 | $450,062 |
Who has won Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders (93.173) awarded $2.1 billion across 2,231 grant awards, an average of $925,005 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Johns Hopkins University | Maryland | 73 | $82.4 million |
| Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Massachusetts | 41 | $78.9 million |
| The University of Iowa | Iowa | 28 | $53.4 million |
| The Leland Stanford Junior University | California | 39 | $46.2 million |
| University of Wisconsin System | Wisconsin | 56 | $45.0 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Apply under the newer notice, RFA-DC-26-001, which is open now.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is RFA-DC-24-008 still open?
No. It closed on October 11, 2024. A newer notice is open: RFA-DC-26-001, closes June 17, 2027 (222 days left).
Who can apply for Early-Stage Dissemination and Implementation Research in Communication Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)?
National Institutes of Health accepted 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-Stage Dissemination and Implementation Research in Communication Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)?
Closed October 11, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $275,000 each.
Who has been funded under RFA-DC-24-008?
NIH RePORTER lists 4 projects funded under RFA-DC-24-008 in fiscal 2025, at 3 institutions. The most were at Northwestern University, University of Delaware, The Pennsylvania State University.
Who has won Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were The Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, The University of Iowa. The program made 2,231 awards worth $2.1 billion in that time.
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