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View full policyNIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program
National Institutes of Health
About This Grant
<p>The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) seeks to advance its mission by supporting Core Center of Transformative Science Grants. These Centers will bring together investigators currently funded by NIH or other Federal or non-Federal sources to enhance and extend existing research relevant to substance use, addiction, and HIV. Centers are expected to transform the scientific field of study by facilitating research, providing administrative support, and fostering a rigorous research environment that encourages innovative and creative directions. Incremental work should not be the focus of Center activities.</p><p>Applications responding to this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) are strongly encouraged to integrate and promote research across funded projects at the applicant institution that align with the Center’s theme, while also supporting interdisciplinary collaborations. Each application should propose a single Center. Centers may include a range of resources with distinct goals across the different scientific areas. They are intended to provide shared resources to a research community, such as imaging capabilities or small-molecule drug chemistry support. Centers must also prioritize providing research opportunities and experiences for new and early-career investigators, facilitating collaborations, and promoting the sharing of data, research findings, and resources to achieve the program goals. Grant authorities that allow NIDA to forecast this opportunity are as follows: 42 U.S.C 241 and 284</p>
Grant Summary
NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program is a National Institutes of Health grant providing funding that varies by award for university, small business, municipality. Applications are due 2026-09-25 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
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).
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-09-25
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program 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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NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program?
NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program is offered by National Institutes of Health and is generally open to university, small business, municipality, tribal government, school district, nonprofit. 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 NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program provide?
NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program 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 NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program deadline?
Applications for NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program are due 2026-09-25 (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 NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program?
To apply for NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program, 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.