[Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA](https://usamraa.health.mil)

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$4,400,000 total program funding; ~5 awards expected

Supports impactful basic to early translational research on eye injury and visual dysfunction related to military exposure; clinical trials are not supported.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports investigator-initiated research focusing on eye injury and/or visual dysfunction arising from military exposures. The program welcomes basic through early translational research, including preclinical and clinical research (but excluding clinical trials). Projects must align with at least one of the annual Vision Research Program (VRP) Focus Areas. Two funding levels are available, supporting research at different stages of development and idea maturity. Level 2 allows for a Partnering PI Option, enabling collaborations between two principal investigators. Peer and programmatic review criteria emphasize research impact, strategy, relevance to military health, and alignment with program priorities. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $4,400,000 - Expected number of awards: 5 - No cost sharing or matching required - Two funding levels available; details on ceilings/floors to be announced in the official solicitation --- ## Eligibility - Eligibility is unrestricted; open to all applicant types, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profits, and others. - Applicants must propose research relevant to military-related eye injury or visual dysfunction. - Clinical trials are not supported under this mechanism. --- ## Application Process - Detailed application instructions and requirements will be released with the official program announcement. - Research proposals must address at least one VRP Focus Area (see program page for updates). - Peer review will evaluate idea rationale, strategy, impact, and personnel. - Programmatic review will consider alignment with program intent and military relevance. - Applications and reviews may be shared with the National Eye Institute (NEI) for independent funding consideration. - Submission is expected via the [eBRAP system](https://ebrap.org/). --- ## Additional Information - The program offers two funding levels to accommodate projects at different stages. - Funding Level 2 features a Partnering PI Option for collaborative projects. - This is a forecasted opportunity; details may change when the official solicitation is released. --- ## External Links - [Program Announcement & Press Release](https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/vrppreann) - [Funder Homepage](https://usamraa.health.mil) - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362184) - [eBRAP Submission Portal](https://ebrap.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|------------------------|---------------| | eBRAP Help Desk | help@eBRAP.org | 301-682-5507 | | USAMRAA General | USArmy.Detrick.MEDCOM-USAMRMC.List.Webmaster@health.mil | (301)-682-5507 | ---

DoW Vision, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

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