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

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total program funding: $1,600,000 | Expected number of awards: 1

Supports translational vision research to advance discoveries into drugs, devices, or clinical practice guidelines ready for definitive clinical testing.

Forecasted opportunity—dates are projected; check program page for updates.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports translational research in vision science that aims to move promising discoveries toward clinical application. The program is designed for projects that will result in new drugs, devices, or clinical practice guidelines ready for definitive clinical trials by the end of the award. Eligible activities include preclinical studies, clinical research, or pilot clinical trials (but not full-scale clinical trials). Projects must address at least one of the FY26 Vision Research Program (VRP) Focus Areas. Distinctive features include: - Requirement for regulatory expertise if developing new drugs or devices. - A Partnering Principal Investigator Option (PPIO) allowing two PIs (Initiating and Partnering). - Peer review criteria: Research Idea/Rationale, Strategy and Feasibility, Impact, Personnel, and Post-Award Transition Plan. - Programmatic review considers alignment with the award’s intent, impact, and relevance to military health. - Applications and reviews may be shared with the National Eye Institute for independent funding consideration. --- ## 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: $1,600,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: Unrestricted (open to all types of entities) - Applicants must meet any additional eligibility requirements specified in the future program announcement. --- ## Application Process - The official application process and requirements will be outlined in the forthcoming program announcement. - Applications will be submitted via the eBRAP portal. - Applicants should ensure their research aligns with at least one FY26 VRP Focus Area. - Projects involving new drugs or devices must include team members with regulatory approval expertise. - Consider the Partnering PI option if relevant for your research team. --- ## Additional Information - The program does not support full-scale clinical trials. - Both peer and programmatic review processes are used. - The VRP may coordinate with the National Eye Institute for funding consideration of suitable applications. - Check the [program page](https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/vrppreann) for focus areas and updates. --- ## External Links - [Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA](https://usamraa.health.mil) - [Official Forecast Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362186) - [Program Announcement Page (CDMRP)](https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/vrppreann) - [eBRAP Portal](https://ebrap.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|--------------------------|--------------| | eBRAP Help Desk | help@eBRAP.org | 301-682-5507 | | USAMRAA General Contact| USArmy.Detrick.MEDCOM-USAMRMC.List.Webmaster@health.mil | (301) 682-5507 |

DoW Vision, Translational Research Award

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