Physician Investigator Research Award Program supports Michigan physicians’ evidence-based pilot studies, feasibility studies, and small research projects to improve care quality and health care access.
The concept paper submission form is currently not accepting responses, replacing the form previously labeled with an October 28, 2026 deadline.
Investigator Initiated Research Program supports medical- and doctoral-level investigators studying disease risks, healthcare costs, and innovative interventions to improve health outcomes and care.
Student Award Program supports medical and doctoral students conducting applied research, pilot programs, demonstrations and evaluations to improve health, care quality and healthcare access in Michigan.
Proposal Development Award supports Michigan nonprofit community organizations with grant writing and proposal development to secure funding for health-related projects that improve community health.
Clinical Research Investigator-Initiated Awards support investigators conducting clinical studies of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis to improve patient care and change clinical practice.
Pilot Research Grant supports new and experienced investigators testing novel ideas in interventional radiology to advance patient care and generate preliminary data for larger funding applications.