DoW Epilepsy Idea Development Award
About This Grant
<p><strong>Summary:</strong> The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) Idea Development Award (IDA) solicits novel research that has the potential to increase understanding of post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE) and associated comorbidities to improve quality of life, especially in Service Members, Veterans and/or their care partners. The work should innovatively challenge existing research paradigms, exhibit high levels of creativity and be a new research direction for the investigator. The IDA is NOT intended to expand or extend previously published findings or continue a line of research already well-established in the Principal Investigator’s (PI’s) laboratory.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Distinctive Features:</strong></p><p>•The IDA offers funding for investigators at all career levels.</p><p>•**NEW for FY26** An investigator may be named on only one FY26 ERP IDA application as a PI.</p>
Grant Summary
DoW Epilepsy Idea Development Award is a Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are due 2026-08-17 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-08-17
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for DoW Epilepsy Idea Development 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 Epilepsy Idea Development Award: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the DoW Epilepsy Idea Development Award?
DoW Epilepsy Idea Development 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 Epilepsy Idea Development Award provide?
DoW Epilepsy Idea Development 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 Epilepsy Idea Development Award deadline?
Applications for DoW Epilepsy Idea Development Award are due 2026-08-17 (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 Epilepsy Idea Development Award?
To apply for DoW Epilepsy Idea Development 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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