Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA RM 13 009
Apply for RFA RM 13 009
- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NIH Directors Early Independence Awards (DP5)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.310 Trans NIH Research Support.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 14, 2013 and posted on Aug 14, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 31, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) 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.
- Other Eligible Applicants include the following Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs) Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government Hispanic serving Institutions Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Non domestic (non U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) U.S. Territory or Possession Non domestic (non U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non domestic (non U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
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Opportunity Summary:
The NIH Directors Early Independence Awards (DP5) is a discretionary NIH grant program designed to help a small group of unusually promising early-career scientists move straight into independent research without completing a traditional postdoctoral fellowship. The core idea is to accelerate the transition from the end of a terminal doctoral or research degree (or completion of a clinical residency) into running an independent research program. By supporting independence earlier than the standard pathway, the program aims to let exceptional investigators begin building their own scientific direction, publication record, and research team at a stage when they would normally still be in mentored training.
This opportunity was released by the National Institutes of Health under Funding Opportunity Number RFA-RM-13-009, with a posted and creation date of August 14, 2013. It falls under the grant funding instrument type and is categorized within the health funding activity area. NIH expected to make about 10 awards through this announcement, with an estimated total funding level of $4,000,000. The award ceiling is listed as $250,000, and the program does not require cost sharing or matching funds, which matters for institutions trying to plan budgets and commitments without needing to provide additional non-federal dollars to meet a match requirement.
The application window for this specific announcement closed on January 31, 2014 (original and current closing date were the same), and the announcement was later archived on March 3, 2014. The CFDA number associated with this program is 93.310 (Trans-NIH Research Support), indicating it is part of NIH-wide efforts rather than being limited to a single NIH Institute or Center.
Eligibility is institution-focused and broad across many organization types, reflecting NIHs intent to allow a wide range of research environments to host early independent investigators. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (both with and without 501(c)(3) status, as long as they are not institutions of higher education in the category listed), for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and small businesses. The eligibility list also explicitly includes a range of mission-driven and minority-serving institutions, such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving Institutions, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). Certain federal government agencies are also listed as eligible. U.S. territories or possessions are included as eligible applicants as well.
At the same time, the opportunity draws clear boundaries around foreign participation. Non-U.S. entities (foreign organizations and foreign institutions) are not eligible to apply directly, and non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations are also not eligible to apply. However, foreign components are allowed as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, meaning the main applicant organization must be eligible and based in the U.S., but specific parts of the research may involve foreign components when permitted under NIH policy.
For applicants and institutions, the practical takeaway is that the DP5 mechanism is meant for a rare cohort of candidates who are ready to operate at an independent level immediately after their doctorate or clinical training, with the institution serving as the applicant organization that hosts and supports the investigator. The program is positioned as a fast-track alternative to the usual postdoctoral route, providing resources and credibility to launch an independent lab or independent research direction earlier than normal. The full announcement and official details were provided through NIHs grants guide at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-13-009.html, and technical access issues were directed to the NIH Office of Extramural Research webmaster (FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV).
NIH Directors Early Independence Awards (DP5) - FAQs
What is the NIH Directors Early Independence Awards (DP5) program?
The NIH Directors Early Independence Awards (DP5) is a discretionary NIH grant program designed to help a small number of unusually promising early-career scientists move directly into independent research positions without completing a traditional postdoctoral fellowship.
What is the main purpose of the DP5 award?
The core goal is to accelerate the transition from the end of a terminal doctoral or research degree (or completion of a clinical residency) to running an independent research program. The program is intended to support independence earlier than the standard pathway so exceptional investigators can begin building their own scientific direction, publication record, and research team sooner.
Who is this program designed for?
This program is positioned for a rare cohort of candidates who are ready to operate at an independent level immediately after completing a terminal doctoral/research degree or a clinical residency, rather than entering a traditional mentored postdoctoral training period.
Does the DP5 program require completing a postdoctoral fellowship first?
No. The DP5 mechanism is specifically described as a fast-track alternative to the usual postdoctoral route, supporting individuals who can move straight into independent research.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is RFA-RM-13-009.
Which agency released this funding opportunity?
This opportunity was released by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The posted date (and creation date) for this announcement was August 14, 2013.
What type of funding instrument is DP5 under this announcement?
It falls under the grant funding instrument type.
What funding activity area does this opportunity fall under?
It is categorized within the health funding activity area.
How many awards did NIH expect to make under this announcement?
NIH expected to make about 10 awards through this announcement.
What was the estimated total funding level for this announcement?
The estimated total funding level was $4,000,000.
What is the award ceiling listed for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is listed as $250,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
When did the application window close?
The application window closed on January 31, 2014. The original closing date and the current closing date were the same.
Is this funding opportunity still active?
No. This specific announcement was archived on March 3, 2014.
What CFDA number is associated with this program?
The CFDA number associated with this program is 93.310 (Trans-NIH Research Support).
Does the CFDA designation suggest this is NIH-wide?
Yes. The CFDA listing described in the opportunity indicates it is part of NIH-wide efforts (Trans-NIH Research Support) rather than being limited to a single NIH Institute or Center.
Who applies for the award: the investigator or the institution?
Eligibility is institution-focused. The institution serves as the applicant organization that hosts and supports the investigator, with the program intended to help launch the investigator into an independent research role.
What types of U.S. institutions are eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations are included as eligible applicants, both with and without 501(c)(3) status, as long as they are not institutions of higher education in the category listed in the eligibility section.
Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. For-profit organizations other than small businesses are listed as eligible applicants, and small businesses are also explicitly listed as eligible.
Are small businesses eligible applicants?
Yes. Small businesses are specifically included in the eligibility list.
Are minority-serving institutions eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list explicitly includes a range of minority-serving and mission-driven institutions, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving Institutions, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs).
Are U.S. territories and possessions eligible?
Yes. U.S. territories or possessions are included as eligible applicants.
Are any federal government agencies eligible to apply?
Yes. Certain federal government agencies are listed as eligible.
Can foreign organizations apply directly?
No. Non-U.S. entities (foreign organizations and foreign institutions) are not eligible to apply directly under this opportunity.
Can a non-U.S. component of a U.S. organization apply?
No. Non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations are also not eligible to apply.
Are foreign components allowed at all?
Yes. Foreign components are allowed as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement. This means the main applicant organization must be eligible and based in the U.S., but parts of the research may involve foreign components when permitted under NIH policy.
Where can applicants find the official announcement details?
The full announcement and official details were provided through the NIH Grants Guide at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-13-009.html.
Who should be contacted for technical access issues related to the announcement?
Technical access issues were directed to the NIH Office of Extramural Research webmaster at FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
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