National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Grants

Open National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) grants

• NINDS Research Education Opportunities

  Deadline: Jul 14, 2026open

  NINDS Research Education Opportunities is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Supports neuroscience research...

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• NINDS Alzheimer’s Disease-Related Dementias (ADRD) Advanced Postdoctoral Career Transition Award (K99/R00)

  Deadline: Oct 12, 2026open

  NINDS Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias (ADRD) Advanced Postdoctoral Career Transition Award (K99/R00) is a grant from the National Institute of N...

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• Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21)

  Deadline: Nov 19, 2026open

  Invites applications proposing studies on the ethical, legal, and social implications of human genetics and genomics.

• Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

  Deadline: Nov 19, 2026open

  Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and ...

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

  Deadline: Nov 19, 2026open

  Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) is sponsored by National Institut...

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• Multidisciplinary Studies of HIV/AIDS and Aging (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

  Deadline: Jan 8, 2027open

  Multidisciplinary Studies of HIV/AIDS and Aging (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ...

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• BRAIN Initiative: Advancing Human Neuroscience and Precision Molecular Therapies for Transformative Treatments

  Deadline: Jan 22, 2027open

  BRAIN Initiative: Advancing Human Neuroscience and Precision Molecular Therapies for Transformative Treatments is sponsored by National Institute of N...

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• Joint NINDS/NIMH Exploratory Neuroscience Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

  Deadline: Jan 8, 2028open

  Joint NINDS/NIMH Exploratory Neuroscience Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders...

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• Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (Parent F31)

  Deadline: May 8, 2028open

  Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (Parent F31) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurol...

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• Support for Research Excellence (SuRE) Award (R16 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

  Deadline: Sep 8, 2028open

  Support for Research Excellence (SuRE) Award (R16 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ...

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• Support for Research Excellence First Independent Research (SuRE-First) Award (R16 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

  Deadline: Sep 8, 2028open

  Support for Research Excellence First Independent Research (SuRE-First) Award (R16 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of...

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• NINDS Efficacy Clinical Trials (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required)

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  NINDS Efficacy Clinical Trials (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). This...

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• Research on Brain Injury and Neurodegeneration

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  Research on Brain Injury and Neurodegeneration is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Funds research project...

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• NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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  NIH Research Project Grant (Parent R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Th...

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• NINDS Faculty Development Award to Promote Diversity in Neuroscience Research (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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  NINDS Faculty Development Award to Promote Diversity in Neuroscience Research (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National In...

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• Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurovascular Physiology, Blood Brain Barrier Function and Ion Channel Physiology

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  Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurovascular Physiology, Blood Brain Barrier Function and Ion Channel Physiology is sponsored by National Institute of Neu...

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• NINDS Intramural Training Programs

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  NINDS Intramural Training Programs is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). NINDS Intramural Training Programs...

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• NINDS Exploratory Clinical Trials for Small Business (R43/R44 Clinical Trial Required)

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  NINDS Exploratory Clinical Trials for Small Business (R43/R44) is a grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) tha...

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• NINDS Research Education Grant (R25) Programs for Residents and Fellows in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuropathology, and Neuroradiology

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  NINDS Research Education Grant (R25) Programs for Residents and Fellows in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuropathology, and Neuroradiology is sponsored by...

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• Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program

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  Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Supports small busi...

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How to apply for National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) grants

Most National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) applications require: an organizational profile with mission and programs, a project proposal aligned with the funder's stated priorities, a project budget, and supporting attachments (IRS determination letter, board list, recent financials). Federal applicants additionally need a SAM.gov UEI and an active Grants.gov account.