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Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health

Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI)

Who can apply

  • Independent school districts
  • Others (see eligibility details)
  • Public and state-controlled colleges
  • Public and tribal housing authorities
  • Private colleges and universities
  • Special district governments
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status
  • City or township governments
  • For-profit organizations (not small businesses)
  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • County governments
  • Tribal organizations
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status

Refer to the Eligibility section in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign institutions: Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.These types of organizations are not eligible to apply: Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign institutions), Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. organizations.

About this grant

The Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) provides support for ESIs with a program of research that aligns with the NIGMS mission.MIRA distributes funding among promising investigators across the country. The goal is to boost scientific productivity and the chances for important breakthroughs.Through this program, investigators can:Receive independent research funding early to start and sustain strong research careers.Explore new, unique research areas in the NIGMS mission.Take on ambitious, creative projects.Shift focus to include emerging techniques and technologies as needed.Devote more time to mentoring trainees in a stable research environment.

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