Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · HHS

CFDA Numbers

93.113, 93.121, 93.172, 93.173, 93.242, 93.279, 93.310, 93.313, 93.399, 93.853, 93.855, 93.865, 93.867, 93.989

Award Ceiling

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Award Floor

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Expected Awards

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Close Date

Nov 18, 2026

Section I

How to Apply

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Program Contact

NIH Grants Information <br/>grantsinfo@nih.gov
grantsinfo@nih.gov

Section II

Eligibility

Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.

Eligible Applicant Types

00, 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 11, 12, 13, 20, 22, 23, 25

Section III

Description

The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) applications that propose to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods. Approaches may include but are not limited to empirical qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as conceptual, legal, and normative analyses. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. Of particular interest are studies that explore the implications of new or emerging genomic technologies or novel uses of genomic information.

Section IV

Key Dates

Posted: Jan 13, 2025
Closes: Nov 18, 2026
Archive: Dec 18, 2026