National Institutes of Health · Department of Health and Human Services
NIDCD Research Grants for Translating Basic Research into Clinical Practice (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
Key facts
- Deadline
- Due Oct 12, 2027 · 370 days left
- Award size
- Up to $500K
- Total available
- $500K
- Cost share / match ?
- Not required · Work out your budget and match
- Who can apply
- Public college or university, Tribal organization, Small business, Nonprofit with 501(c)(3), Larger business, Tribal government, Private college or university, City or town government, Nonprofit without 501(c)(3), Special district (utility, fire, etc.), County government, State government, Other (see eligibility), School district
- Where
- Anywhere in the U.S., including Tennessee
Before you apply: federal grants require an active SAM.gov registration (Unique Entity ID) and a Grants.gov account. Registration is free but can take weeks, so start now, not when the deadline is close. Grant-ready checklist
How this fits you
- Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
- No cost share required
- Tennessee recipients since 2023: 39
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Official notice: https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/00787c6d-1b46-47b6-8b12-50c18efb56eb · Printed from grantme.click/grants/671d7985-9fde-4de5-b9e4-5a15078819ca
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About this grant
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is intended to provide an avenue for basic scientists, clinicians and clinical scientists to jointly initiate and conduct translational research projects which translate basic research findings into clinical tools for better human health. The scope of this FOA includes a range of activities to encourage translation of basic research findings which will impact the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of communication disorders. Connection to the clinical condition must be clearly established and the outcomes of the grant must have practical clinical impact.
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.
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Your schedule, working back from the deadline
- Oct7
Check that your SAM.gov registration is active (or start it now)
Grants.gov: allow up to 10 business days for SAM registration, weeks or months if information isn't verified. It must be renewed every year. Grants.gov - Sep21
Ask partners for letters of support or commitment
Suggested: partners need time to write and sign letters. - Oct5
Finish a complete draft for a final review
University grant offices require final versions about 5 business days before the sponsor deadline. Emory Office of Sponsored Programs - Oct10
Submit
Grants.gov: submit at least 24–48 hours before the deadline: uploads fail, systems slow down, errors need fixing. Grants.gov blog - Oct12
Deadline
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Who in Tennessee has won this program
22 awards to Tennessee recipients in 2 counties on file. Largest shown:
| Recipient | Where | Amount | FY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $7.4M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $5M | 2014 |
| St Jude Children'S Research Hospital Inc | Memphis, Shelby County | $4.2M | 2013 |
| University Of Tennessee | Memphis, Shelby County | $4.1M | 2015 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $3.5M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $3.5M | 2019 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $3.5M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $3.5M | 2019 |
| St Jude Children'S Research Hospital Inc | Memphis, Shelby County | $3.3M | 2025 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | $3.2M | 2018 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | $2.9M | 2016 |
| University Of Memphis | Memphis, Shelby County | $2.8M | 2016 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Past awards show who this program funds; they don't guarantee future awards.
Tennessee groups that got this money through a state agency or another grantee
This federal money also reaches local groups as subawards. 17 subawards on file. Largest shown:
| Recipient | Where | Through | Amount | FY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | University of Pittsburgh - of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education | $1M | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | Creighton University | $925K | 2024 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | Creighton University | $845K | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | University of Texas At Austin | $371K | 2026 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | Georgia Tech Research Corp | $331K | 2024 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | $307K | 2025 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | $301K | 2026 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | $250K | 2024 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, Davidson County | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | $220K | 2023 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | The University of Iowa | $199K | 2025 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | The University of Iowa | $196K | 2026 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Nashville, Davidson County | The University of Iowa | $195K | 2026 |
Source: USAspending.gov subaward reports (prime recipients report subawards of $30,000 or more).
About the program (93.173)
Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders
How applications are judged
The major elements in evaluating applications 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 environment and available resources for the proposed project; (5) the necessity of budget components requested in relation to the proposed project; (6) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives; (7) innovation; (8) risk to human subjects, including inclusion of minorities, inclusion across the lifespan, and animal protection. The following additional criteria will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/STTR grant applications: (1) The technological innovation of the proposed research; (2) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application.
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.