Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence: Expansion/Sustainability Phases (COBRE E/S)
This grant funds the expansion and long-term sustainability of biomedical research centers at institutions in states with historically low NIH funding, supporting faculty growth, research projects, and core facilities.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: May 26, 2026 (Estimated, forecasted opportunity)
Funding Amounts: Award ceiling and floor not yet specified; multi-year center-level support expected
Summary: Supports the expansion and sustainability of biomedical research centers at IDeA-eligible institutions to build research capacity and infrastructure.
Key Information: Eligibility restricted to IDeA-eligible states and institutions awarding doctoral degrees in health-related sciences.
Description
The Institutional Development Award (IDeA) program aims to strengthen biomedical research capacity in states and jurisdictions that have historically received low levels of NIH funding. This funding opportunity supports the Expansion (COBRE-E) and Sustainability (COBRE-S) phases of Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence at eligible institutions.
The COBRE-E phase focuses on expanding research capacity by growing the faculty base, supporting research projects, and enhancing core facilities in strategic scientific areas. The COBRE-S phase is designed to sustain and consolidate this infrastructure, continuing faculty growth and core support. Applicants must propose a sustainability plan during the expansion phase for implementation in the sustainability phase.
