Clinical and Translational Pilot Grants Program
The Clinical and Translational Pilot Grants Program funds innovative research at the Medical University of South Carolina to improve Delaware health outcomes and support future large-scale studies.
Funder: Medical University of South Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027: Preliminary application | May 2027: Full application
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 direct costs per project; Regular Pilots: 1 year | Community Engagement Pilots: 18 months
Summary: Supports innovative clinical and translational research projects to improve health outcomes for Delawareans and build the foundation for future external funding.
Key Information: Only faculty at Delaware CTR ACCEL partner institutions are eligible; preliminary application required.
Description
This program, administered by the Medical University of South Carolina as part of the Delaware CTR ACCEL Program, provides pilot funding for clinical and translational research projects that aim to improve health outcomes in Delaware. The initiative is designed to help research teams generate preliminary data and develop projects that will be competitive for future NIH or other external funding. Two types of pilot grants are offered: Regular Clinical & Translational (C&T) Pilots (1-year duration) and Community Engagement C&T Pilots (18-month duration). All projects must address clinical or translational research and include a plan for community engagement and dissemination of findings.
