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NCATS Clinical Trial Readiness for Rare Diseases

Funds U.S. researchers and companies generating natural history data, biomarkers, and outcome measures needed to design clinical trials for rare diseases.

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NCATS Clinical Trial Readiness for Rare Diseases is an R21 exploratory grant run by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) under the NIH. The program operates under PAR-25-450, a rolling program announcement with six deadlines spanning 2026 through 2028. Awards cover up to $275,000 in direct costs over a two-year project period, with no more than $200,000 allowable in any…

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 24 Jun 2026Source: grants.nih.gov