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

September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$500,000–$775,000 per award; total program funding estimated at $12,000,000; ~25 awards expected

Supports institutional training programs to prepare predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers in biomedical informatics, data science, and AI/ML for advanced health and biomedical research.

--- ## Description The National Library of Medicine (NLM), part of the National Institutes of Health, anticipates supporting innovative institutional training programs focused on biomedical informatics, data science, and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML). The program aims to equip the next generation of researchers with advanced computational and interdisciplinary skills to address complex health and biomedical challenges. Applicants may propose new training initiatives or renew existing NLM-supported programs. Training should be forward-looking and integrate diverse methods and perspectives relevant to health and biomedical research. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated award size: $500,000–$775,000 per year per award - Total estimated program funding: $12,000,000 - Expected number of awards: ~25 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicant organizations include: - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education) - Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education) - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361318). - Only institutions (not individuals) are eligible to apply. - Proposals may focus on creating new training programs or renewing existing NLM-supported programs. - Prepare to demonstrate interdisciplinary training approaches and relevance to health/biomedical research. --- ## Additional Information - The program is designed to address the growing need for advanced expertise in biomedical informatics, data science, and AI/ML. - Emphasis is on interdisciplinary approaches and preparing trainees for future challenges in health and biomedical domains. - This is a forecasted opportunity; final details may be updated closer to the anticipated due date. --- ## External Links - [NIH Funder Home Page](https://www.nih.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361318) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Notes | |------------------------|------------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | NLM Extramural Programs| [NLMProgram@nih.gov](mailto:NLMProgram@nih.gov) | Please contact via e-mail | | NIH Main Line | 301-496-4000 | |

NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI

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