Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Small Research Grant (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Small Research Grant (R03 Clinical Trial Optional). This grant aims to support small research projects that study the ethical, legal, and social implications of human genetics and genomics. The proposed studies may use single or mixed methods and should involve key stakeholders where appropriate. The grant can be used for normative or conceptual analyses, collection of preliminary data, or secondary analysis of existing data. • Eligible applicants include public and private institutions, non-profits, and for-profit organizations. • The grant award ceiling is $50,000. • The application deadline is November 16, 2026. • The grant is expected to support small research projects with a duration of up to 2 years.