Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Small Research Grant (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)

HHS-NIH11 PAR-25-370
Posted: Jan 13, 2025 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 11/16/2026

Funding Information

Award Ceiling
$50,000

Description

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to invite Small 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. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. These applications should be for small research projects, such as those that involve single investigators. Of particular interest are projects that propose normative or conceptual analyses, including focused legal, economic, philosophical, anthropological, or historical analyses of new or emerging issues. This mechanism can also be used for the collection of preliminary data and the secondary analysis of existing data.

Synopsis

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to invite Small 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. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. These applications should be for small research projects, such as those that involve single investigators. Of particular interest are projects that propose normative or conceptual analyses, including focused legal, economic, philosophical, anthropological, or historical analyses of new or emerging issues. This mechanism can also be used for the collection of preliminary data and the secondary analysis of existing data.

Eligibility

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

Funding Activity Categories

Education Environment Health Income Security and Social Services

CFDA Numbers

  • 93.113 - Environmental Health
  • 93.121 - Oral Diseases and Disorders Research
  • 93.172 - Human Genome Research
  • 93.173 - Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders
  • 93.242 - Mental Health Research Grants
  • 93.279 - Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs
  • 93.310 - Trans-NIH Research Support
  • 93.313 - NIH Office of Research on Women's Health
  • 93.399 - Cancer Control
  • 93.855 - Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research
  • 93.865 - Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research
  • 93.989 - International Research and Research Training

Contact Information

Agency: National Institutes of Health
Contact: National Institutes of Health
Phone: 301-402-2541
NIH Grants Information
grantsinfo@nih.gov

Additional Information

Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 3
Last Updated: Apr 03, 2025 10:48:42 AM EDT

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