[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov/)

February 18, 2026 (anticipated)

Estimated total program funding: $1,300,000; ~2 awards expected

Supports development and maintenance of animal and biological material resource centers to advance biomedical research infrastructure.

This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet open.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, managed by the NIH Office of Research Infrastructure Programs (ORIP), will support the development, maintenance, and distribution of animal (mammalian and nonmammalian) models and biological materials, as well as new approach methodologies (NAMs) such as cell cultures, organoids, computational models, and microphysiological systems. The primary aim is to provide high-quality resources that optimize scientific rigor, transparency, and reproducibility in biomedical research. The program encourages collaborative projects that combine expertise in genetics, biology, and informatics, as well as the integration of traditional animal-based research with NAMs. Supported resource centers are expected to make their materials and services broadly available to the research community, reducing redundancy and enhancing the predictive power of human disease models. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated application due date: February 18, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $1,300,000 - Expected number of awards: 2 - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not being accepted at this time. - The formal Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is expected to be published in December 2025. - Interested investigators are encouraged to begin developing collaborations and project concepts in advance. --- ## Additional Information - This program uses the P40 activity code. - Projects should emphasize interdisciplinary validation tools and integration of animal models with NAMs. - The NOFO will offer nine application cycles once released. --- ## External Links - [Forecast and details on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359646) - [NIH Office of Research Infrastructure Programs (ORIP)](https://orip.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Office | |---------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|--------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Oleg Mirochnitchenko, PhD | [Oleg.mirochnitchenko@nih.gov](mailto:Oleg.mirochnitchenko@nih.gov) | 301-435-0748 | Office of Research Infrastructure Programs (ORIP) |

Animal and Biological Material Resource Centers (P40 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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