Maximizing Investigators Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI)
This grant supports early stage investigators in fundamental biomedical research by providing stable, flexible funding through a single award, reducing administrative burden and fostering innovation.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: February 6, 2029
Funding Amounts: Award ceiling and floor not specified; typical NIH R35 awards provide multi-year support to early stage investigators
Summary: Supports early stage investigators in biomedical research aligned with the NIGMS mission to foster independent, innovative research careers.
Description
This funding opportunity provides support for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) through the Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) program. The goal is to enable promising new investigators to launch and sustain independent research careers in areas relevant to the mission of the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). The program is designed to:
- Distribute funding broadly among promising ESIs nationwide
- Enhance scientific productivity and the likelihood of significant research breakthroughs
- Allow investigators to explore innovative and ambitious research directions
- Enable flexibility to pursue emerging techniques and technologies
- Provide a stable research environment that supports mentoring and training
The MIRA program is intended for researchers who are in the early stages of their careers and wish to establish a robust, independent research program.
