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Exploratory Grants--Cooperative Agreements (U56)
To support planning for new programs, expansion or modification of existing resources, and feasibility studies to explore various to the development of interdisciplinary programs that offer potential solutions to problems of special significance to the mission of the NIH. These exploratory studies may lead to specialized or comprehensive centers. Substantial Federal programmatic staff involvement is intended to assist investigators during performance of the research activities, as defined in the terms and conditions of award.
Award Information
- Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreements
- Budget Mechanism Code: OR - Other Research Related
Due Dates
The Key Dates section of funding opportunities lists specific due dates. Many opportunities indicate Standard Due Dates apply.
AIDS and AIDS-Related Applications
Beginning with applications for Advisory Council Review in January 2027 (i.e., application due dates on or after May 25, 2026), NIH will no longer accept applications submitted on dedicated AIDS application due dates. (NOT-OD-26-029)
Beginning with applications for Advisory Council Review in January 2027 (i.e., application due dates on or after May 25, 2026), NIH will no longer accept applications submitted on dedicated AIDS application due dates. (NOT-OD-26-029)
| Standard Application Due Dates (when applicable) | Review and Award Cycles | ||||
| New | Renewal, Resubmission, Revision as Allowed |
AIDS and AIDS Related Grant Applications |
Scientific Merit Review | Advisory Council Review |
Earliest Start Date |
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