Funder: National Institutes of Health

Due Dates: January 29, 2025 (Letter of Intent) | February 28, 2025 (Full Application) | January 28, 2026 (LOI) | February 27, 2026 (Full) | January 27, 2027 (LOI) | February 26, 2027 (Full)

Funding Amounts: Up to $400,000 direct costs/year, max 5 years; typical total program funding ~$2M/year for 3–5 awards.

Summary: Supports exceptionally promising early stage investigators in genomics to launch innovative, independent research programs aligned with NHGRI’s mission.

Key Information: Applicants must have NIH Early Stage Investigator (ESI) status and submit a professional/scientific development plan with an advisory committee.