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National Institutes of Health · Department of Health and Human Services

Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNEXT) Infrastructure – Clinical Research Sites (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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Key facts

Deadline
Opens Sep 1, 2027 · due about Nov 1, 2027 Estimate, not confirmed by the funder ?
Award size
Not stated: see the official notice
Match ?
Not required · Work out your budget and match
Who can apply
State government, County government, Small business, City or town government, Tribal organization, School district, Special district (utility, fire, etc.), Tribal government, Larger business, Nonprofit with 501(c)(3), Nonprofit without 501(c)(3), Private college or university, Public college or university, and others named in the official notice
Where
Anywhere in the U.S., including Tennessee

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How this fits you

  • Available in Rhea County (nationwide program)
  • No match required
  • Past Tennessee awards on file: 106

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About this grant

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) seek to continue support for the Infrastructure for the Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNEXT). NeuroNEXT conducts clinical trials and biomarker validation studies for neurological disorders in adult and pediatric populations. By offering infrastructure, expertise, and collaborative opportunities, NeuroNEXT accelerates innovation and impact, advancing the development of safe, effective neurotherapeutics for patients through high-quality evidence pathways. The program will encourage applications for network clinical research sites to support NeuroNEXT. Applications are not being solicited at this time. This notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop meaningful collaborations and responsive applications for clinical research sites.

Who can apply, from the official notice

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.

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Who in Tennessee has won this program

23 awards to Tennessee groups in 2 counties since 1993 · 0 in Rhea County. Largest shown:

Past Tennessee winners
Past winnerWhereAmountFiscal year
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson County$11.5M spent that year2025
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville$9.8M spent that year2025
State of TennesseeNashville$9.4M spent that year2025
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc.Memphis, Shelby County$7.7M spent that year2025
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson County$7.6M2012
St Jude Children's Research Hospital IncMemphis, Shelby County$7.1M2017
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson County$5.3M2016
University of TennesseeMemphis, Shelby County$5.3M2002
St Jude Children's Research Hospital IncMemphis, Shelby County$5.2M1998
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, Davidson County$4.7M2001
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, Davidson County$4.6M2016
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, Davidson County$4.1M1993

Source: Federal Audit Clearinghouse; 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 organization

This federal money also reaches local groups as pass-through grants. 83 pass-through grants on file · 0 in Rhea County. Largest shown:

Tennessee pass-through grant winners
Past winnerWhereThroughAmountFiscal year
Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, Davidson CountyYale Univ$1.6M2023
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyVanderbilt University$1.1M spent that year2025
St Jude Children's Research Hospital IncMemphis, Shelby CountyUniversity of Miami$654K2023
St Jude Children's Research Hospital IncMemphis, Shelby CountyUniversity of Miami$588K2025
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyThe University of Iowa$538K2025
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyUniversity of Iowa$516K spent that year2025
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc.Memphis, Shelby CountyMayo Clinic - Jacksonville Fl$513K spent that year2024
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyUniversity of Pittsburgh$512K spent that year2025
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyUniversity of Utah$441K2025
St Jude Children's Research Hospital IncMemphis, Shelby CountyMayo Clinic Jacksonville (A Nonprofit Corporation)$431K2024
Vanderbilt UniversityNashvilleVanderbilt University Medical Center$421K spent that year2025
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Davidson CountyNew York University$388K2024

Source: USAspending.gov pass-through reports (the first recipient reports each one of $30,000 or more).

About the federal program

Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders
Program number 93.853 (the federal Assistance Listing number) · U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health · Project grant

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. The following criteria will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/STTR Phase I grant applications: (1) the soundness and technical merit of the proposed approach; (2) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (3) the technological innovation of the proposed research; (4) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (5) the appropriateness of the budget requested; (6) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (7) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects, and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment. Phase II grant applications will be reviewed based upon the following criteria: (1) the degree to which the Phase I objectives were met and feasibility demonstrated; (2) the scientific...

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Source: Federal grants from Grants.gov · the official federal record. Last checked by GrantMe Oct 8, 2026.

Reference numbers: official notice number RFA-NS-28-007 · program number 93.853