National Institutes of Health · Department of Health and Human Services
Limited Competition: Small Grant Program for the NCATS Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)
Key facts
- Deadline
- Due Oct 19, 2026 · 13 days left
- Award size
- Up to $50K
- Cost share / match
- Not required
- Who can apply
- Nonprofit without 501(c)(3), Tribal organization, School district, Public college or university, City or town government, Other (see eligibility), State government, Nonprofit with 501(c)(3), County government, Tribal government, Private college or university, Small business, Special district (utility, fire, etc.), Larger business
- Where
- Anywhere in the U.S., including Tennessee
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How this fits you
- Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
- No cost share required
- Only 13 days left to apply
- Tennessee recipients since 2023: 16
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About this grant
The purpose of this NOFO is to enhance the capability of NCATS CTSA Program KL2 scholars and recipients of re-entry supplements supported by the CTSA Program to conduct research as they complete the transition to fully independent academic translational scientists. These R03 grants will support different clinical and translational science research projects, including pilot and feasibility studies; secondary data analysis of existing data; small, self-contained research projects; development of research methodology; and development of new research technology. Research proposed in the R03 application may or may not include patient-oriented research. The R03 is, therefore, intended to support research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with limited resources and that provide preliminary data to support submission of a subsequent R01, or equivalent, application.
Eligibility (from the notice)
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.
Who in Tennessee has won this program
16 awards to Tennessee recipients in 2 counties since federal FY2023. Largest shown:
| Recipient | Where | Amount | FY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $118.6M | 2017 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $31.4M | 2016 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $20.9M | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $19.9M | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $9.3M | 2017 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $7.6M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $4.6M | 2020 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $4.6M | 2017 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $3M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $1.8M | 2026 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $448K | 2021 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $386K | 2020 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Past awards show who this program funds; they don't guarantee future awards.
About the program (93.350)
National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences — NCATS
How applications are judged
The major elements in evaluating proposals include assessments of: (1) The scientific merit and general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; (2) the technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; (3) the competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully pursue the project; (4) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; (5) the necessity of the budget components requested in relation to the proposed project; and (6) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives and (7) the availability of funds.
Matching requirements
This program has no statutory formula.
Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.
MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.
Examples of funded projects
Not Applicable.