Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
Federal funding opportunity PAR-25-369 from National Institutes of Health (Department of Health and Human Services).
Apply on Grants.gov →Application closes November 18, 2026
- Posted
- January 13, 2025
- Closes
- November 18, 2026
- Cost sharing
- No
- Instrument
- Grant
- Assistance listing
- 93.313, 93.279, 93.310, 93.399, 93.172, 93.865, 93.867, 93.855, 93.173, 93.121, 93.113, 93.242, 93.989, 93.853
- Archives
- December 18, 2026
Program funding history
Awards made under Assistance Listing 93.313 across FY2024–FY2026, from public federal spending records.
- FY2024 obligated
- $0
- FY2025 obligated
- $0
- FY2026 (to date) obligated
- $0
- Awards in window
- 6
Source: USAspending.gov · refreshed July 2026
Synopsis
The purpose of this NOFO is to invite Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) 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. Of particular interest are studies that explore the implications of new or emerging genomic technologies or novel uses of genomic information.
Who can apply
- County governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- City or township governments
- Independent school districts
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
- Private institutions of higher education
- State governments
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Small businesses
- Special district governments
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
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.
How to apply
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