Funder: National Institutes of Health - https://www.nih.gov

Due Dates: January 7, 2028 (Next due date)

Funding Amounts: Up to $125,000 in direct costs per year for small research projects, typically short-term (R21 mechanism)

Summary: Supports small health-related research projects by new investigators from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to broaden participation and facilitate transition to research independence.

Key Information: New investigators must have less than $125,000 in direct costs of combined research funding (excluding NIH training and career awards). Clinical trial optional.