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Method to Extend Research in Time (MERIT) Award (R37)
To provide long-term grant support to investigators whose research competence and productivity are distinctly superior and who are highly likely to continue to perform in an outstanding manner. Investigators may not apply for a MERIT award. Program staff and/or members of the cognizant National Advisory Council/Board will identify candidates for the MERIT award during the course of review of competing research grant applications prepared and submitted in accordance with regular PHS requirements.
Special Considerations
- Are you an early stage investigator (ESI)?
- If all the PD/PIs on an R01 (or R01-equivalent, including R37) application have ESI status on the date an application is submitted, the application will be flagged as ESI and will receive special consideration during the review and funding process. See Early Stage Investigator (ESI) Policies to learn more.
Award Information
- Funding Instrument: Grant
- Funding Category: Research and Development
- Budget Mechanism Code: RP - Research Projects
Method to Extend Research in Time (MERIT) Award
(R37)
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Due Dates
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| New | Renewal, Resubmission, Revision as Allowed |
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Scientific Merit Review | Advisory Council Review |
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