Independent Scientist Award (K02)

National Institutes of Health

Description

-Special Note: The participating NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) have distinctive guidelines, requirements, salary and research support levels provided under the auspices of this funding opportunity announcement in order to accommodate the career needs of researchers working in fields related to their specific research missions. Candidates are therefore strongly encouraged to contact the staff person in the relevant Institute or Center listed under Section VII (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/contacts/pa-06-527_contacts.htm) prior to preparing an application to discuss issues of eligibility and review the specific provisions of this award. Below are the general provisions of the Independent Scientist Award (K02). -In general, the Independent Scientist Award (K02) provides support for newly independent scientists (see IC provisions) who can demonstrate the need for a period of intensive research focus as a means of enhancing their research careers. -The K02 is intended to foster the development of outstanding scientists and to enable them to expand their potential to make significant contributions to their field of research.

Who can apply

• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Small businesses
• Others

Contact

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