The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s medical research agency — making important discoveries that improve health and save lives.
The Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Institutional Research Training Grants (T32) support domestic institutions in establishing or enhancing predoctoral and postdoctoral research training programs. These programs should include a mix of didactic, research, and career development elements, aiming to prepare trainees for impactful careers in health-related research. Specifically, the grant supports research training that aligns with the nation's health research priorities but excludes programs focused only on short-term predoctoral training, which should apply for the T35 grants instead. This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) restricts Trainees from leading independent clinical trials but allows them to gain experience in clinical trials under mentorship.