NIH Director's Pioneer Award (DP1 Clinical Trial Optional)
HHS-NIH11 Forecasted RFA-RM-28-001Description
The NIH Director's Pioneer Award supports exceptionally creative scientists pursuing bold, innovative research with the potential to transform important areas of science relevant to the NIH mission. Proposed projects must explore new scientific directions that differ substantially from the investigator's current research and from existing work in the field. Applications are welcome across all areas relevant to NIH. The Pioneer Award is part of the NIH Common Fund's High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program .
Eligibility
Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions).
Actions
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- $700,000.00
- Award Ceiling
- $700,000.00
- Total Estimated Funding
- $8,200,000.00
- Expected Awards
- 7
Key Dates
- Posted
- September 3, 2026
- Closes
- N/A
- Archive Date
- N/A
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- National Institutes of Health
- Agency Code
- HHS-NIH11
- Funding Instrument
- Other