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Developing novel theory and methods for understanding the genetic architecture of complex human traits (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

US · MD · Bethesda National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant open #PAR-25-256
Response due Jan 07, 2027 · 00:00 UTC

Summary

This NIH funding opportunity (PAR-25-256) supports the development of novel theory and computational/statistical methods for understanding the genetic architecture of complex human traits. It is an R21 exploratory/developmental research grant mechanism. Clinical trials are explicitly not allowed under this announcement. The opportunity is open from November 2024 through January 2027, suggesting multiple submission cycles.

What they want

Applicants must develop novel theory and/or analytical/statistical/computational methods aimed at advancing the understanding of the genetic architecture of complex human traits. Clinical trials are explicitly excluded. The mechanism is R21 (exploratory/developmental research), which typically supports early-stage, high-risk/high-reward research. No contract deliverables are specified; this is a grant funding opportunity administered through Grants.gov.
Technical requirements
  • Novel theory and/or methods development required
  • Clinical trials not allowed
  • R21 exploratory/developmental research mechanism
  • Must address genetic architecture of complex human traits

How they evaluate

Submission: Grants.gov federal grants portal (electronic submission)

Risks & flags

  • Very broad multi-year open window (Nov 2024 – Jan 2027) is standard for NIH PARs but means no single competitive deadline — applicants should verify active submission dates within the window
  • No specific evaluation criteria or budget caps stated in the source text — full FOA must be reviewed for complete requirements

Market context

inferred from NAICS
Professional, Scientific & Technical Services
NAICS 541714
US market size
$2.0T
Typical award
$25K – $50M
Typical buyers
All federal civilianDoDStates
Commonly required
8(a)WOSBSDVOSBPE/PMP

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