[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov)

October 5, 2025 (Estimated)

Up to $2,100,000 per award; approximately $4,000,000 total program funding; expected 8 awards

Supports institutional networks to recruit, train, and retain researchers in non-malignant kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases.

This is a forecasted opportunity; application details and NOFO are forthcoming.

--- ## Description The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) will invite applications for the Institutional Network Award for Promoting Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Research Training (U2C - Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This program aims to build a vibrant and sustainable research workforce by supporting institutions in recruiting, training, and retaining the next generation of researchers in kidney, urologic, and hematologic (KUH) fields. Each institution may submit a single, unified application to support at least five highly competitive trainee slots, with additional resources for networking, outreach, and career development. Participation in the nationwide Kidney, Urology and Hematology Research-Training Network (KUHR-TN) is expected. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated Application Due Date: October 5, 2025 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award Ceiling: $2,100,000 per award - Estimated Total Program Funding: $4,000,000 - Expected Number of Awards: 8 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education) - State, county, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) **Key constraints:** - Only U.S. domestic entities are eligible to apply. - Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities and non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible. - Foreign components (as defined by NIH) are allowed, but foreign subawards/subcontracts are not permitted. - Each institution may submit only one unified application. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet being solicited. - The official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will be published at a later date. - Prospective applicants are encouraged to begin developing collaborations and project ideas in anticipation of the NOFO release. - The program will utilize the U2C and TL1 activity codes. --- ## Additional Information - The program replaces KUH participation in the NRSA T32 program and emphasizes networking, outreach, and career development in addition to trainee support. - At least five trainee slots must be supported per award. - The program aims to foster a dynamic, institution-wide network engaging multiple departments and disciplines within KUH research. - Participation in the KUHR-TN national network is expected. --- ## External Links - [NIH Funder Page](https://www.nih.gov) - [Grant Opportunity Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358935) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Organization | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------|---------------|---------------------------------------------------------| | Tracy Rankin, Ph.D. | [rankint@niddk.nih.gov](mailto:rankint@niddk.nih.gov) | (301) 594-4748 | National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases | ---

Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Institutional Network Award for Promoting Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Research Training (U2C - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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