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RNomics Molecular Standards

Funds RNA reference standards so labs can compare results and trust their instruments across the RNomics program.

A field that measures RNA sequence, modification, and structure a dozen different ways needs a shared ruler, or nobody's results are comparable to anybody else's.

This notice is one of four initiatives under the NIH Common Fund's RNomics program, alongside a technology-enhancement track, a transformative-technologies track, and a coordinating center. This piece funds the molecular-standards track

Development, testing, refinement and distribution of RNA molecular reference standards, covering modified nucleosides and modified oligonucleotides, with guidance on best practices for their use and planning for their availability beyond the funding period, to support benchmarking, reproducibility and cross-laboratory comparison of RNA technologies across the RNomics program.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.15 Feb 2027
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.Cooperative agreement
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$6.5M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: RFA-RM-28-007Source: www.grants.gov