At a glance
Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI) is a federal competitive grant from National Institutes of Health for the science & technology sector. Eligible applicants: City or township governments; County governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Others (see text fie. The application deadline is February 6, 2029. Apply via the official listing at www.grants.gov.
- Amount
- See listing
- Deadline
- Feb 6, 2029
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Open
About this program
The Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) provides support for ESIs with a program of research that aligns with the NIGMS mission.MIRA distributes funding among promising investigators across the country. The goal is to boost scientific productivity and the chances for important breakthroughs.Through this program, investigators can:Receive independent research funding early to start and sustain strong research careers.Explore new, unique research areas in the NIGMS mission.Take on ambitious, creative projects.Shift focus to include emerging techniques and technologies as needed.Devote more time to mentoring trainees in a stable research environment.
Who can apply
City or township governments; County governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Special district governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Independent school districts; Small businesses; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; State governments; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education. Refer to the Eligibility section in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign institutions: Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.These types of organizations are not eligible to apply: Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign institutions), Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. organizations.
How to apply
Apply through Grants.gov using funding opportunity number PAR-27-032. Register your organization (SAM.gov + Grants.gov) before the deadline, then submit the application package listed in the official notice.
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