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National Institutes of Health
About This Grant
The purpose of the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong cohort of new and talented, NIH-supported, independent investigators. This program is designed to facilitate a timely transition of outstanding postdoctoral researchers with a research and/or clinical doctorate degree from mentored, postdoctoral research positions to independent, tenure-track or equivalent faculty positions. The program will provide independent NIH research support during this transition in order to help awardees to launch competitive, independent research careers.
Grant Summary
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) is a National Institutes of Health grant providing funding that varies by award for municipality, tribal government, school district. Applications are due 2027-05-07 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2027-05-07
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) 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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NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required)?
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) is offered by National Institutes of Health and is generally open to municipality, tribal government, school district, university, small business, 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 NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) provide?
NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) 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 NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) deadline?
Applications for NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required) are due 2027-05-07 (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 NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required)?
To apply for NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Required), 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.
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