Funder: National Institutes of Health

Due Dates: June 12, 2025 (New) | July 12, 2025 (Renewal/Resubmission) | October 12, 2025 (New) | November 12, 2025 (Renewal/Resubmission) | February 12, 2026 (New) | March 12, 2026 (Renewal/Resubmission) | June 12, 2026 (New) | July 12, 2026 (Renewal/Resubmission) | October 12, 2026 (New) | November 12, 2026 (Renewal/Resubmission) | February 12, 2027 (New) | March 12, 2027 (Renewal/Resubmission) | June 12, 2027 (New) | July 12, 2027 (Renewal/Resubmission) | October 12, 2027 (New) | November 12, 2027 (Renewal/Resubmission)

Funding Amounts: Up to $125,000/year salary (extramural phase); $50,000/year research costs (extramural); 5-year total project period (2 years intramural, 3+ years extramural); indirect costs at 8% MTDC.

Summary: Supports NINDS intramural neurologist- and neurosurgeon-scientists transitioning to independent, extramural, research-active faculty positions; clinical trials as lead investigator are not allowed.

Key Information: Only NINDS intramural clinician-scientists within 4 years of residency/fellowship completion are eligible; award is limited to U.S. citizens/permanent residents; clinical trial leadership not permitted.