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NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI (T15 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Agency: National Institutes of Health

Assistance Listings: 93.867 -- Vision Research

93.398 -- Cancer Research Manpower

93.242 -- Mental Health Research Grants

93.173 -- Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders

93.853 -- Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders

93.121 -- Oral Diseases and Disorders Research

93.279 -- Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs

93.310 -- Trans-NIH Research Support

93.855 -- Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research

93.879 -- Medical Library Assistance

Last Updated: October 16, 2026

The National Library of Medicine (NLM) invites applications for innovative predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs that prepare the next generation of researchers in biomedical informatics, data science, and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML). NLM emphasizes cutting-edge, forward-looking training experiences that equip trainees to address complex health and biomedical challenges through advanced computational approaches. Applications may propose the creation of new training programs or the renewal of existing NLM-supported programs. These programs are designed to meet the growing demand for researchers with deep expertise in biomedical computing, data science, and AI/ML, with clear relevance to health and biomedical research. Recognizing the inherently interdisciplinary nature of these fields, NLM seeks programs that integrate methods and perspectives across disciplines to advance biomedical informatics, data science, and AI/ML.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

  • Other

Government

  • State governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
  • Special district governments
  • Public and Indian housing authorities

Nonprofit

  • Other Native American tribal organizations
  • Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
  • Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)

Business

  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Small businesses

Education

  • Independent school districts
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Public and state institutions of higher education

Additional information

Foreign Organizations/International CollaborationsNon-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.

Grantor contact information

Description

NLM Extramural Programs NLMProgram@nih.gov

Email

NLMProgram@nih.gov

NLMProgram@nih.gov

Documents

File nameDescriptionLast updated
RFA-LM-28-001-Full-Announcement.html
RFA-LM-28-001-Full-Announcement.html
Oct 16, 2026 11:05 AM UTC

Link to additional information

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Closing: February 11, 2027

Application process

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Award

$17,100,000

Program Funding

25

Expected awards

$500,000

Award Minimum

$775,000

Award Maximum

Funding opportunity number:

RFA-LM-28-001

Cost sharing or matching requirement:

No

Funding instrument type:

Grant

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

Opportunity Category Explanation:

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Category of Funding Activity:

Health

Category Explanation:

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History

Version:

1

Posted date:

October 16, 2026

Archive date:

April 11, 2027

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