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

May 2026 (application and closing, projected)

Not specified; typical NIH R25 awards vary—see program for details.

Supports educational activities (courses, curriculum, methods) to enhance training and workforce development in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research.

This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates and details are subject to change.

--- ## Description The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The primary aim is to enhance the training and development of a workforce prepared to address the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research needs. This opportunity focuses on educational activities such as skills development courses, curriculum design, and methods development. Proposals may also include mentoring, research, and outreach components to prepare participants for impactful research careers in health-related fields. --- ## Due Dates - May 2026: Estimated application due date (anticipated/projected) - May 2026: Closing date / final deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Specific award amounts are not detailed in the forecast. - Typical NIH R25 awards vary by project scope and duration; consult the [program page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359703) or recent R25 awards for benchmarks. - No cost sharing or matching is 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 (excluding institutions of higher education) - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other) - Eligible agencies of the federal government - U.S. territories or possessions - Faith-based or community-based organizations - Others as specified in the [official forecast](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359703) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359703). - Detailed instructions and required forms will be provided upon release of the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). - Applicants should monitor the program page for the official announcement and updated requirements. --- ## Additional Information - This opportunity is for research education projects only; clinical trials are not allowed. - The program is intended to complement and enhance existing training, not to support standard academic courses or degree programs. - Incorporation of mentoring, outreach, and research elements is encouraged to maximize impact. --- ## External Links - [NIH Main Website](https://www.nih.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Forecast Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359703) - [Contact NIH](https://www.nih.gov/about-nih/contact-nih) --- ## Contact Information | Division/Office | Email | Phone | |------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|--------------| | Division of Biomedical Research Workforce (DBRW), Office of Extramural Research | [NIHTrain@mail.nih.gov](mailto:NIHTrain@mail.nih.gov) | 301-496-4000 | ---

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