Early-Stage

Exploratory/Developmental Grant (R21) | NIH

NIH R21 guidance for exploratory high-risk projects, including current due-date cycles and budget structure.

Amount: Up to $275,000 total direct costs over two years, with no more than $200,000 direct costs in any single year (unless FOA states otherwise) Deadline: Recurring standard NIH due dates for new applications: February 16, June 16, October 16 Location: United States and Global (institution and FOA dependent)