NCMRR Early Career Research Award (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research (NCMRR) Early Career Research Award (R03) aims to support both basic and clinical research from rehabilitation scientists who are establishing independent research careers. The research must focus on areas within the mission of NCMRR, such as those outlined in the NIH Research Plan on Rehabilitation. This grant mechanism supports various types of projects, including secondary analysis of existing data, small self-contained research projects, development of research methodology, translational research, outcomes research, and development of new technology. The ultimate goal of the NCMRR ECR Award R03 is for the Program Director(s)/Principal Investigator(s) to obtain sufficient preliminary data for a subsequent R01 application. • Eligible applicants include various organizations and institutions, such as county governments, non-profits, and private institutions of higher education. • The estimated funding for this opportunity is $200,000, with an award ceiling of $200,000. • The application due date is January 7, 2028. • The opportunity is open to various applicant types, including small businesses, non-profits, and public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.