Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA DE 17 002
Apply for RFA DE 17 002
- The HHS-NIH11 in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NIDCR Award for Sustaining Outstanding Achievement in Research (SOAR) (R35)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.121,.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 27, 2015 and posted on Nov 27, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 08, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $650,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The NIDCR Award for Sustaining Outstanding Achievement in Research (SOAR) (R35) is a discretionary NIH grant opportunity from the Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, specifically administered through the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). Its main purpose is to provide longer-term, stable research support to experienced investigators who have already been funded by NIDCR and who are entering a mid-career phase with a strong track record of productivity. The program is designed to give these investigators enough time and flexibility to pursue ambitious, longer-horizon research directions that are considered to have extraordinary potential and that fit squarely within NIDCRs mission in dental, oral, and craniofacial health.
A defining feature of SOAR is its emphasis on sustaining momentum and enabling bigger, more integrated projects than might be practical under shorter, more narrowly scoped awards. By supporting projects for as long as eight years, the mechanism aims to reduce the churn of frequent grant renewals and allow investigators to take on higher-impact questions that may require extended development, iterative experimentation, or the building of substantial research platforms. In other words, the award is structured to propel established investigators through a key career stage and to help them commit to longer-term scientific goals with a clearer runway for discovery.
The funding opportunity is identified as RFA DE 17 002 and uses the NIH R35 activity code, which is typically associated with longer-term investigator-focused support rather than traditional project-by-project funding. It falls under the Health funding activity category and is associated with CFDA numbers 93.121. The posted and created dates for the opportunity are both November 27, 2015, and the application closing date listed is March 8, 2016 (with both the original and current closing dates matching). The listed award ceiling is $650,000, indicating the maximum funding level referenced in the notice for an award under this opportunity.
Eligibility is broad at the organizational level and includes a wide range of potential applicant institutions such as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities), for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), small businesses, and multiple levels of government entities (state, county, city or township, special district), as well as independent school districts. It also includes Native American tribal governments (federally recognized), tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), and public housing authorities or Indian housing authorities. The listing also notes an "Others" category with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement text, which typically clarifies any special constraints beyond the broad institutional categories.
Overall, this opportunity is best understood as a longer-duration, higher-stability funding pathway for proven mid-career NIDCR investigators, aimed at enabling bold, long-range research efforts with the potential to make substantial contributions to dental, oral, and craniofacial science and health outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): NIDCR SOAR (R35) - RFA-DE-17-002
What is the NIDCR Award for Sustaining Outstanding Achievement in Research (SOAR) (R35)?
The NIDCR Award for Sustaining Outstanding Achievement in Research (SOAR) (R35) is a discretionary NIH grant opportunity administered by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It is designed to provide longer-term, stable research support to certain experienced investigators.
What is the main purpose of the SOAR (R35) program?
The purpose of SOAR is to provide longer-term, stable research support to experienced investigators who have already been funded by NIDCR and who are entering a mid-career phase with a strong record of productivity. The program is intended to give investigators time and flexibility to pursue ambitious, longer-horizon research directions with extraordinary potential that align with NIDCR's mission in dental, oral, and craniofacial health.
Which federal agencies and institute are associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and is specifically administered through the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR).
What makes SOAR different from shorter, more traditional research awards?
A defining feature of SOAR is the emphasis on sustaining momentum and enabling bigger, more integrated projects than might be practical under shorter, more narrowly scoped awards. The design aims to reduce the churn of frequent grant renewals and provide flexibility to pursue high-impact questions that may require extended development, iterative experimentation, or the creation of substantial research platforms.
How long can SOAR support a project?
SOAR can support projects for as long as eight years, providing a longer runway for discovery and longer-horizon research planning.
What is the funding opportunity number (RFA) for this program?
The funding opportunity is identified as RFA-DE-17-002.
What is the NIH activity code used for this funding opportunity?
This opportunity uses the NIH R35 activity code, which is typically associated with longer-term, investigator-focused support rather than project-by-project funding.
What is the maximum award amount listed for this opportunity?
The listed award ceiling is $650,000, which indicates the maximum funding level referenced in the notice for an award under this opportunity.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized under the Health funding activity category.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 93.121.
When was this opportunity posted and created?
The posted date and created date are both November 27, 2015.
What is the application closing date for this opportunity?
The application closing date listed is March 8, 2016. The information provided indicates that both the original and current closing dates match.
Who is this program intended to support (in terms of investigator career stage and background)?
SOAR is intended for experienced investigators who have already been funded by NIDCR and are entering a mid-career phase, with a strong track record of productivity. The program is positioned as a way to sustain momentum for proven investigators and enable bold, long-range research efforts.
What kinds of research topics are expected to be a good fit for SOAR?
SOAR is intended to support research directions that fit squarely within NIDCR's mission in dental, oral, and craniofacial health. The program emphasizes ambitious, longer-horizon directions considered to have extraordinary potential.
Is organizational eligibility limited to universities?
No. Organizational eligibility is broad and includes many types of institutions beyond universities.
What types of higher education institutions are eligible to apply?
Eligible organizations include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education as well as private institutions of higher education.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligibility includes nonprofits, including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities.
Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligibility includes for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and also separately includes small businesses.
Are small businesses eligible to apply?
Yes. Small businesses are included among eligible applicant organizations.
Are government entities eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligibility includes multiple levels of government entities, including state governments, county governments, city or township governments, and special district governments.
Are independent school districts eligible to apply?
Yes. Independent school districts are listed among eligible organizations.
Are Native American tribal entities eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligibility includes Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments).
Are housing authorities eligible to apply?
Yes. Public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities are listed as eligible applicant types.
What does the "Others" eligibility category mean?
The listing includes an "Others" category with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement text. This typically indicates there may be special constraints or clarifications beyond the broad institutional categories listed.
What is the overall goal of offering support for up to eight years?
The longer duration is intended to reduce the need for frequent renewals and provide time and flexibility for investigators to pursue ambitious, high-impact research that may require extended development and integrated efforts.
How is this opportunity best described in plain terms?
This opportunity is best understood as a longer-duration, higher-stability funding pathway for proven mid-career NIDCR investigators, aimed at enabling bold, long-range research efforts with the potential to make substantial contributions to dental, oral, and craniofacial science and health outcomes.
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