[Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA](https://usamraa.health.mil)

October 2026

Expected 2 awards; funding details not specified; no cost sharing required.

Supports product-driven therapeutic and diagnostic research to reduce the burden of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases and improve patient care.

--- ## Description This program supports research focused on the development of therapeutic and diagnostic products for Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases. The goal is to advance early or preclinical drug or treatment discoveries and to develop diagnostic approaches that can be readily integrated into clinical settings. Projects should be product-driven, aiming for outcomes that directly improve patient care and quality of life for those affected by tick-borne diseases. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The program expects to make approximately 2 awards. - Specific award ceiling and floor amounts are not provided in the current forecast. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all applicant types ("Unrestricted"), including academic institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and other entities. - There are no stated restrictions, but applicants should align proposals with the program's therapeutic/diagnostic research focus. --- ## Application Process - Applications will be submitted through the eBRAP system ([eBRAP Help Desk](mailto:help@eBRAP.org)). - Full application requirements and guidance will be available in the official solicitation when released. - Applicants are encouraged to review the [program announcement](https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/tbdrppreann) for updates and specific instructions. --- ## Additional Information - The focus is on early/preclinical therapeutic development and diagnostics ready for clinical integration. - The program is part of the Department of Defense’s efforts to reduce the impact of tick-borne diseases on public health and military readiness. --- ## External Links - [Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA](https://usamraa.health.mil) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362174) - [CDMRP Program Announcement](https://cdmrp.health.mil/pubs/press/2026/tbdrppreann) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|---------------------------|---------------| | eBRAP Help Desk | [help@eBRAP.org](mailto:help@eBRAP.org) | 301-682-5507 |

Tick-Borne Disease Research Program Therapeutic/Diagnostic Research Award

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