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In Vivo High-Resolution Imaging for Inner Ear Visualization (R01 Clinical Trial optional)

National Institutes of Health (NIH) · Competitive grant · Science & Technology

At a glance

In Vivo High-Resolution Imaging for Inner Ear Visualization (R01 Clinical Trial optional) is a federal competitive grant from National Institutes of Health for the science & technology sector. Funding is up to $500K. Eligible applicants: State governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; City or township governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native Americ. The application deadline is October 1, 2026. Apply via the official listing at www.grants.gov.

Amount
Up to $500K
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026
Type
Competitive
Status
Open

About this program

This funding opportunity aims to support the development of in vivo high-resolution structural and functional imaging technologies for the living human inner ear. Proposed projects should focus on improving the resolution of current imaging techniques or developing new imaging techniques that can visualize inner ear structures in vivo with significantly greater detail and accuracy than currently possible. Both structural and functional aspects, including visualizing dynamic elements are important to development of new and improved techniques. Projects may also focus on developing new imaging probes or contrast agents that can enhance visualization of the inner ear structures. Ultimately, research supported in response to this RFA is to encourage technologies that allow, for example, structures such as hair cells, otoliths, membranes, ions, and vasculature to be viewed in detail in awake patients in a clinical setting using non-invasive techniques. To achieve this goal, a multi-disciplinary team approach that takes advantage of the expertise of each team member is highly encouraged. Studies in humans and intermediate studies in animals, but not non-mammalian species, may be proposed to develop or advance the needed technology. Any intermediate studies must articulate a clear path of the proposed methodology to application in awake humans or define the limitations and the usefulness in anesthetized humans.

Who can apply

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

How to apply

Apply through Grants.gov using funding opportunity number RFA-DC-25-005. Register your organization (SAM.gov + Grants.gov) before the deadline, then submit the application package listed in the official notice.

Apply at official source