Opportunity Listing - Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

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Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

Agency: National Institutes of Health

Assistance Listings: 93.121 -- Oral Diseases and Disorders Research

93.242 -- Mental Health Research Grants

93.172 -- Human Genome Research

93.173 -- Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders

93.865 -- Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research

93.313 -- NIH Office of Research on Women's Health

93.310 -- Trans-NIH Research Support

93.989 -- International Research and Research Training

93.855 -- Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research

93.867 -- Vision Research

93.399 -- Cancer Control

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

93.113 -- Environmental Health

93.279 -- Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs

Last Updated: April 2, 2025

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Description

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.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Government

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

Business

For-profit organizations other than small businesses
Small businesses

Nonprofit

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

Education

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

Miscellaneous

Other

Additional information

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.

Grantor contact information

Description

NIH Grants Information grantsinfo@nih.gov

Email

See Section VII. Agency Contacts within the full opportunity announcement for all other inquires.

grantsinfo@nih.gov

Documents

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Link to additional information

https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-369.html

Closing: November 18, 2026

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Award

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Program Funding

Expected awards

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Award Minimum

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Funding opportunity number:

PAR-25-369

Cost sharing or matching requirement:

Funding instrument type:

Grant

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

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Category of Funding Activity:

Income security and social services

Environment

Education

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History

Version:

Posted date:

January 13, 2025

Archive date:

December 18, 2026