Clinical and Translational Pilot Grants Program
Forecasted
The Clinical and Translational Pilot Grants Program from DE-CTR ACCEL funds innovative research to advance health outcomes and community engagement in Delaware.
Funder: DE-CTR ACCEL Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Preliminary application) | May 2027 (Full application) | September 2027 (Just-In-Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 direct costs; Regular Pilots: 1 year; Community Engagement Pilots: 18 months
Summary: Supports innovative clinical and translational research to improve health outcomes for Delawareans and help teams become competitive for future external funding.
Key Information: Forecasted dates; only ACCEL partner institution faculty are eligible as PIs.
Description
The Clinical and Translational Pilot Grants Program, managed by the DE-CTR ACCEL Program, aims to accelerate impactful clinical and translational research that addresses critical health outcomes for Delaware residents. The program provides pilot funding to support research teams in establishing a foundation for future independent external funding, particularly from the NIH. Projects are expected to foster innovation, address community engagement, and promote solutions to pressing health challenges in Delaware. Two types of pilots are supported: Regular Clinical & Translational Pilots (1 year) and Community Engagement Pilots (18 months), each with a budget of up to $100,000 in direct costs.
