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Closed on Oct 14, 2026

Innovative Programs to Enhance Research Training (IPERT) (R25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Opportunity number PAR-24-252

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Oct 14, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberPAR-24-252
AgencyNational Institutes of Health
Department of Health and Human Services
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)93.859
PostedJul 18, 2024
DeadlineOct 14, 2026
Award ceiling$500,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryHealth
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

NIGMS will support innovative educational activities designed to equip participants with technical, operational, or professional skills required for careers in the biomedical research workforce. Activities must be open to the broader biomedical research community and may focus on participants at one or more career stages from undergraduates to professionals (for example faculty, staff scientists). Funded programs will have a robust program leadership structure, participant recruitment plan, and evaluation and dissemination plans.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Public and Indian housing authorities
  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Independent school districts
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Other Native American tribal organizations
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Special district governments
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Private colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies

Not listed as eligible

  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details 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; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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