DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award
About This Grant
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports high-impact research that addresses a critical need and has the potential to make important contributions to the field of neurofibromatosis disorders or advance patient care. Research projects may focus on any phase of research, excluding clinical trials. The rationale for a research idea may be derived from laboratory discovery, population-based studies, a clinician s firsthand knowledge of patients, or anecdotal data. Applications must include preliminary and/or published data that are relevant to NF and the proposed research project.Distinctive Features: This award mechanism offers two funding levels based on participation in two optional features: Open Science Initiative: Catalyzes research for neurofibromatosis through early access to data and data sharing within the neurofibromatosis community. Optional Qualified Collaborator: Encourages collaborative research between basic scientists and clinical researchers, and between academic and biotechnology scientists.The funding levels are defined as follows: Level 1: Applications without an optional feature. Level 2: Applications including one of the optional features.
Grant Summary
DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award is a Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are due 2026-09-22 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Requirements
- must include preliminary and/or published data that are relevant to NF and the proposed research project
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-09-22
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award from Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA, 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 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA before the deadline.
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DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award?
DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award is offered by Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. 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 DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award provide?
DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award provides an amount that varies by award per award from Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA. 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 DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award deadline?
Applications for DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award are due 2026-09-22 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award?
To apply for DoW Neurofibromatosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award, 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 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA.
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