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About This Grant
The Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) provides support for individual investigators for research within the scientific mission of NIGMS via a single grant to achieve the following:Increase the stability of funding for NIGMS-supported investigators, which could enhance their ability to take on ambitious scientific projects and approach problems more creatively;Increase flexibility for investigators to follow important new research directions within the NIGMS mission as opportunities arise, rather than being bound to specific aims proposed in advance of the studies;More widely distribute funding among the nation's highly talented and promising investigators to increase overall scientific productivity and the chances for important breakthroughs;Reduce the time spent by researchers writing and reviewing grant applications, allowing them to spend more time conducting research;Reduce the administrative burden associated with a PD/PI managing multiple NIGMS research grants; andEnable PD(s)/PI(s) to devote more time and energy to mentoring junior scientists in a more stable research environment.This NOFO invites applications from eligible NIGMS-funded investigators and from New Investigators proposing research that is aligned with NIGMS' scientific mission. The NOFO also allows renewal applications from all current MIRA grantees (including those previously funded as Early-Stage Investigators). Current Early-Stage Investigators (ESIs) should apply through the ESI MIRA NOFO, not this NOFO.
Grant Summary
Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) is a National Institutes of Health grant providing funding that varies by award for municipality. Applications are due 2028-05-26 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2028-05-26
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) from National Institutes of Health, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Institutes of Health before the deadline.
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Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional)?
Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) is offered by National Institutes of Health and is generally open to municipality. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) provide?
Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) provides an amount that varies by award per award from National Institutes of Health. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) deadline?
Applications for Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional) are due 2028-05-26 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institutes of Health, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional)?
To apply for Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) (R35 - Clinical Trial Optional), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Institutes of Health.