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

January 26, 2026 (anticipated)

Estimated total program funding: $1,200,000 | Expected number of awards: 2

Supports research to develop effective, affordable, and deliverable biomedical technologies aimed at reducing health disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.

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

--- ## Description The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) at NIH intends to issue a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research projects under the R01 activity code. The focus will be on developing biomedical technologies that can reduce disparities in healthcare access and health outcomes. Emphasis will be on technologies that are effective, affordable, socially acceptable, and deliverable to populations experiencing health disparities. This notice serves to give potential applicants advance time to develop collaborations and prepare competitive proposals. --- ## Due Dates - **Estimated Application Due Date:** January 26, 2026 (This is a forecasted date; confirm on [Grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358869) when the FOA is published.) --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $1,200,000 - **Expected Number of Awards:** 2 - **Award Ceiling/Floor:** Not specified; typical R01 awards are multi-year, often up to 5 years, but specifics will be in the forthcoming NOFO. - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses *Individuals are not eligible to apply directly.* --- ## Application Process - **Status:** This is a Notice of Intent to Publish; applications are not yet being accepted. - **Anticipated FOA Release:** Estimated November 21, 2025 - **Application Submission:** Applications will be submitted through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/) once the NOFO is released. - **Activity Code:** R01 (Clinical Trial Optional) - **Required Registrations:** Register your institution in [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/), [eRA Commons](https://public.era.nih.gov/commons/), and [SAM.gov](https://sam.gov/) well in advance. For detailed application instructions, refer to the [NIH Research Project (R01) Application Guide](https://grants.nih.gov/grants/how-to-apply-application-guide/forms-h/research-forms-h.pdf) once the NOFO is published. --- ## Additional Information - **Purpose:** Advance the development of biomedical technologies that specifically address and reduce health disparities. - **Scope:** Projects should propose innovative, practical, and scalable technology solutions that are socially acceptable and accessible to underserved populations. - **Clinical Trials:** Optional; both basic and applied research projects are eligible. - **Notice:** This is a forecast—prepare your team and collaborations now, but do not submit applications until the official NOFO is published. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing (NOT-EB-26-001)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358869) - [NIH Grants & Funding Overview](https://grants.nih.gov/) - [NIBIB Home Page](https://www.nibib.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Affiliation | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Nichole Daringer | [nichole.daringer@nih.gov](mailto:nichole.daringer@nih.gov) | 301-451-4774 | National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) | ---

Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement: Technology Development to Reduce Health Disparities (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

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