Discovery Research Grants
Supports transformative research by established scientists to improve maternal and infant health, focusing on preterm birth and pregnancy-related cardiovascular conditions.
Funder: March of Dimes
Due Dates: September 8, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $200,000 total over two years (includes up to 10% indirect costs)
Summary: Supports established scientists pursuing transformative research to improve maternal and infant health, with a focus on preterm birth and pregnancy-related cardiovascular conditions.
Key Information: Open globally to doctoral-level researchers with a faculty or equivalent appointment; only one application per applicant per cycle.
Description
This grant program is the premier research funding opportunity from March of Dimes, aimed at established scientists who have demonstrated excellence in maternal and infant health research. The funding supports ambitious translational projects that seek to significantly improve clinical care for pregnant individuals and babies. Priority is given to research on spontaneous preterm birth and cardiovascular health conditions that develop or worsen during pregnancy. Projects may include human or population-level studies, use of information and communications technology, and multidisciplinary collaborations, all designed to reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality.
