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Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health

PAR-25-369

HHS-NIH11

General Information

Est. Program Funding:

November 18, 2026

Closing Date:

Expected No. of Awards

Award Ceiling

Opportunity Number:
PAR-25-369

Owning Agency:
HHS-NIH11

Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)

Synopsis

The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) applications that propose to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods. Approaches may include but are not limited to empirical qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as conceptual, legal, and normative analyses. Direct involvement of key stakeholders where appropriate is encouraged. Of particular interest are studies that explore the implications of new or emerging genomic technologies or novel uses of genomic information.

Response Date	Nov 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Posting Date	Jan 13, 2025 12:00:00 AM EST
Archive Date	Dec 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Award Ceiling
Award Floor
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, County governments, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Independent school districts, Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Special district governments, Small businesses, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, City or township governments, State governments, Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities

Additional Info on 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.

Additional Information

Agency Name	National Institutes of Health
Link to Additional Information:	https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-369.html
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 301-402-2541

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