Extramural Funding
We locate external funding and collaboratives that closely align with your research goals.
Limited Submissions
Many federal agencies and foundations offer grants, awards and fellowships limiting
the number of proposals that can come from one institution. To increase the chances
of funding success, UTHSC must submit its most competitive proposal, which requires
an internal competition. The Office of Research Development will notify investigators
of these opportunities according to the procedure below, and review internal pre-proposals.
Limited Submission Process
Limited submission opportunities are sent out via the Research listserv. These notifications
contain all information and links needed.
Pre-proposals meeting the eligibility requirements are reviewed by committee for evaluation,
with final nomination decisions made by the Vice Chancellor for Research. You will
be notified as soon as possible of the status of your submission.
InfoReady Review
InfoReady Review is used for managing applications. Please go to InfoReady Review to identify active competitions.
- Limited submissions must be routed through the ORD (jwharten@uthsc.edu). Applications submitted directly through Cayuse or to the funding agency will be deemed ineligible.
Individual Consultations
For information on all funding opportunities including governmental sources (NIH,
NSF, etc.), non-governmental disease related agency sources (American Cancer Society,
American Heart Assoc., etc.), philanthropic organizations, including foundations,
funds, and trusts, contact Jamie Whartenby, Director of Research Development.
Individual consultations can be arranged for investigators in search of funding opportunities
in specific research or special interest areas (fellowships, equipment grants, non-US
citizen-eligible grant opportunities).
InfoReady Review Funding Opportunity Calendar
View the InfoReady Review Funding Opportunity Calendar to learn about upcoming funding competitions and deadlines.
CURRENT COMPETITIONS and OPPORTUNITIES
| OPPORTUNITY TITLE | DEADLINE/S | DESCRIPTION |
| NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) Program | SEPA supports educational activities for pre-kindergarten to grade 12 (P-12) to ensure that students and teachers from all communities and regions of the country have the opportunity to pursue studies in science, technology , engineering, and mathematics (STEM). | |
| NIH Weekly Funding Opportunities and Notices | NIH is the largest public founder of biomedical research in the world. Weekly updates allow researchers to track newly published funding opportunities and notices. | |
| AHA Grant Funding Opportunities | The American Heart Association, the largest non-profit, non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research in the U.S., offers both annually and one-time grants. Some programs require pre-proposals, with full proposals by invitation only. | |
| CDMRP FY24 Upcoming Funding Opportunities | The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) fosters novel approaches to biomedical research in response to the expressed needs of its stakeholders—the American public, the military, and Congress. Research programs include topics such as breast cancer, ovarian cancer, rare cancer, kidney cancer, and reconstructive transplants. | |
| CDC National Prevention Information Network Funding Opportunities | NPIN is an information and resource platform connecting public health partners through collaborative communication and innovative technology solutions for HIV, viral hepatitis, STDs, TB, and adolescent and school health. | |
| Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program (D43 Clinical Trial Optional) |
LOI Deadline: 30 days before the application due date. Application Due Date(s): August 6, 2024; August 6, 2025; August 6, 2026 |
(D43 CT Optional). The Global Infectious Disease (GID) research training program addresses research training needs related to infectious diseases impacting people living in developed countries. The goal is to build a critical mass of researchers and support staff to conduct independent infectious disease research. Joint applications for collaborative training programs with didactic, mentored research and professional development skill components are encouraged. |
| Device Based Treatments for Substance Use Disorders (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional) | Application Deadline(s): August 13, 2025; December 18, 2025; August 13, 2026. |
PAR-25-023 seeks applications accelerating the development of devices to treat Substance Use Disorders. These applications may focus on pre-clinical and/or clinical development and testing of new or existing devices approved for other indications. |
RESOURCES
Navigating the Federally Funded Medical Research Landscape
November 2024. Presentation by Dr. Travis Taylor, VP at Strategic Marketing Innovations (SMI) covering federally funded medical and health related research, agencies, opportunities, and strategies for successful pursuit of funded research