OVPR Research Development Office
The RDO is hosting a virtual NIH K Award panel session on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 11am-12pm. This panel session will provide an opportunity to hear from recently accomplished K Award recipients regarding their experience with the application process, need-to-know information, plus much more.
The OVPR invites applications for funding to support development of large interdisciplinary grant proposals, including: building interdisciplinary research teams, conducting pilot research, and finalizing grant submissions. Grants will be distributed in three phases: Phase 1-Team and idea development (up to $10k), Phase 2-Pilot research; team and idea refinement (up to $250k), Phase 3-Grant application development (up to $60k). Applications are due January 31, 2026.
Funding Opportunities: NIH
Funding Opportunities: NSF
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NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts that includes Notices from the NIH.