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

July 15, 2026 (Forecasted)

$350,000–$750,000 per year; multi-year support

Provides long-term, flexible funding to support research in neurological disorders and stroke, reducing administrative burden for investigators.

This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet being accepted.

--- ## Description The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) plans to offer a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support longer-term research programs through the R35 Research Program Award. This program aims to provide Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) with stable, flexible funding so they can focus more on conducting innovative research and mentoring, and less on managing multiple grant applications. The R35 mechanism is intended for investigators at most career stages whose work aligns with the NINDS mission. The funding is designed to support ambitious, long-term research goals and allow for the pursuit of new research directions as opportunities arise. Benefits include: - Stable, multi-year funding to facilitate long-term research planning. - Flexibility to adjust research directions without being tied to specific aims. - Reduced administrative burden, freeing up more time for research and mentorship. - Support for mentoring students and postdoctoral researchers. Research activities must be within the NINDS mission; projects traditionally supported by other NIH Institutes or Centers are not eligible. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated Application Due Date: July 15, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award Ceiling: $750,000 per year - Award Floor: $350,000 per year - Multi-year support is anticipated, providing stability for long-term research projects. --- ## 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 higher education institutions) - State, county, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - U.S. territories or possessions - Faith-based and community-based organizations - Regional organizations - Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign institutions) - Eligible agencies of the federal government Applicants must propose research aligned with the NINDS mission. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; the application period is not yet open. - The official NOFO will be published with detailed instructions. - Prospective applicants are encouraged to begin developing collaborations and responsive projects in anticipation of the official announcement. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Additional Information - The R35 award is intended to provide investigators with increased security and flexibility, enabling risk-taking and innovation. - Research outside the NINDS mission or traditionally funded by other NIH Institutes or Centers will not be considered. - Clinical trials are optional under this award. --- ## External Links - [Full Forecast Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360648) - [NINDS Home Page](https://www.ninds.nih.gov/) - [NIH Grants & Funding](https://grants.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Notes | |----------------|------------------------------|------------------------------| | Alisa Schaefer | [nindsr35@ninds.nih.gov](mailto:nindsr35@ninds.nih.gov) | Please contact via email |

Research Program Award (R35 Clinical Trial Optional)

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