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NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant

Exploratory/Developmental Bioengineering Research Grants (EBRG)

Funds early-stage bioengineering projects that test whether a new tool or method could improve cancer research, diagnosis or care.

A new assay, sensor or device idea usually needs proof it can work at all before anyone commits to building it properly. This is the National Cancer Institute's door for that first proof.

The engineering-oriented notice funds exploratory and developmental Bioengineering Research Grant applications that demonstrate feasibility and the potential utility of a new capability, or an improvement in qua

Exploratory and developmental bioengineering projects demonstrating feasibility and potential utility of a new capability, or an improvement in quality, speed, efficacy, operability, cost or accessibility, for problems in basic biomedical, pre-clinical or clinical research, clinical care delivery, or accessibility. Clinical trials are optional.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.7 Jan 2028
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.26 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
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.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: PAR-25-321Source: www.grants.gov