DoW Lupus, Idea Award
About This Grant
<p>Summary: This funding mechanism supports innovative, high-risk/high-reward research that could ultimately lead to a critical discovery or major advancement relevant to lupus. The emphasis is on innovation. Research must address at least one of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Lupus Research Program (LRP) Idea Award (IA) focus areas. This funding mechanism does not allow clinical trials.</p><p><br></p><p>Distinctive Features:</p><p>• Early-career investigators are eligible to serve as Principal Investigators (PIs) on applications to the FY26 LRP Idea Award (see Section 2. Eligibility Information).</p><p>• Preliminary data are permitted but not required.</p><p>• Applications should describe future directions of the work.</p><p>• An individual may be named as PI on only one application per LRP award mechanism (IA, Impact Award, Transformative Vision Development Award, Transformative Vision Award), for a maximum of four applications to the FY26 LRP</p>
Grant Summary
DoW Lupus, Idea Award is a Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are due 2026-08-24 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-08-24
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for DoW Lupus, Idea Award from Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA, 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 Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA before the deadline.
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DoW Lupus, Idea Award: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the DoW Lupus, Idea Award?
DoW Lupus, Idea Award is offered by Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA 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 Lupus, Idea Award provide?
DoW Lupus, Idea Award provides an amount that varies by award per award from Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA. 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 Lupus, Idea Award deadline?
Applications for DoW Lupus, Idea Award are due 2026-08-24 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the DoW Lupus, Idea Award?
To apply for DoW Lupus, Idea 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 Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA.
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