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Clinical Research Investigator-Initiated Awards (CRIA)

Clinical Research Investigator-Initiated Awards

Connects clinicians and translational researchers for Clinical Research Investigator Initiated Awards in medical technology and biotechnology.

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The Clinical Research Investigator-Initiated Awards (CRIA) is a Crohn's & Colitis Foundation mechanism designed to directly impact patient care by funding pragmatic clinical IBD research addressing important clinical questions. The program funds work expected to produce highly cited publications and to be cited in clinical practice guidelines, with the goal of generating follow-on funding. CRIA op

Pragmatic clinical IBD research addressing important clinical questions, with expected outcomes of highly cited publications and citation in clinical practice guidelines.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.21 Jan 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org