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NIMH Administrative Supplement Program to Enable Continuity of Research Experiences of M.D./Ph.D.s during Clinical Training

Research Opportunity

The purpose of the NIMH Administrative Supplement Program to Enable Continuity of Research Experiences of MD/PhDs during Clinical Training  is to support advanced research opportunities for exceptional individuals holding the MD/PhD degree who are early in their research careers and thereby help these individuals transition efficiently and effectively from the period of clinical training to the next stage of their research careers. This administrative supplement program will provide focused, protected research time for eligible individuals during residency and/or clinical fellowship. The proposed research experience must have the potential to contribute significantly to the candidate’s research career.

Administrative supplements must support work within the scope of the original project. Complete submission instructions can be found in PA-18-642 . All applicants are encouraged to discuss potential requests with the NIMH prior to submission.

Application Due Date(s)

NIMH accepts and reviews applications on a continuous basis until April 1 of each fiscal year (FY). Applications received after April 1 will be considered for funding in the next fiscal year. Earlier submission is strongly encouraged.

  • Applications for FY 15 funds should be submitted no later than April 1, 2015 by 5:00 pm.
  • Applications for FY 16 funds should be submitted no later than April 1, 2016 by 5:00 pm.
  • Applications for FY 17 funds should be submitted no later than April 1, 2017 by 5:00 pm.

Inquiries

Before submitting an application for this program, applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the appropriate individual listed under Scientific/Research Contacts in PA-18-642  to discuss their plans and to address any questions.

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