Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: June 18, 2025 | October 20, 2025 | February 18, 2026 | June 18, 2026 | October 20, 2026 | February 18, 2027 | June 18, 2027 | October 20, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $499,000 direct costs per year; total direct costs not to exceed $750,000 over up to 3 years (R61/R33 mechanism).
Summary: Supports development and validation of animal models and ex vivo systems that closely mimic neurological or neuromuscular disorders to advance neurotherapeutic discovery.
Key Information: Clinical trials are not allowed; clear, quantitative milestones for R61/R33 transition are required.