Synopsis

The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Research Project (R01) 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. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) requires a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) as part of the application. Applications without a PEDP will not be reviewed.
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	N/a
Award Floor	N/a
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

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

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-25-371.html
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 301-402-2541

CFDA Program(s)

• 93.113: Environmental Health
• 93.172: Human Genome Research
• 93.173: Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders
• 93.242: Mental Health Research Grants
• 93.279: Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs
• 93.307: Minority Health and Health Disparities Research
• 93.310: Trans-NIH Research Support
• 93.313: NIH Office of Research on Women's Health
• 93.399: Cancer Control
• 93.853: Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders
• 93.855: Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research
• 93.865: Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research
• 93.867: Vision Research