Opportunity Information: Apply for PA 12 048
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- The National Institutes of Health in the education health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Senior Scientist Research Award (K05)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.273 Alcohol Research Programs 93.279 Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 12, 2012 and posted on Mar 30, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 12, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: County governments Special district governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities State governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Small businesses Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Other Eligible Applicants include the following Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions Faith based or Community based Organizations Hispanic serving Institutions Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized) Regional 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 not allowed.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Senior Scientist Research Award (K05) is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) discretionary grant mechanism designed to give highly accomplished, senior-level biomedical researchers protected time to concentrate on their research and to actively mentor newer investigators. The central idea is to sustain and leverage the contributions of scientists who have already demonstrated an exceptional, long-term record of productivity in areas that align closely with the mission of the relevant NIH Institute or Center. In practice, this type of award is meant to stabilize a senior investigator's time and effort so they can continue driving a productive research program while also strengthening the next generation of researchers through structured mentoring and guidance.
This opportunity was released under Funding Opportunity Number PA-12-048, titled "Senior Scientist Research Award (K05)," and it falls under the grant funding instrument type. The activity categories listed for this announcement are Education and Health, which fits the dual emphasis on advanced research leadership and mentorship. The announcement is associated with CFDA (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance) numbers 93.273 (Alcohol Research Programs) and 93.279 (Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs), signaling particular relevance to NIH-supported research portfolios connected to alcohol use, substance use, addiction science, and related biomedical and behavioral health topics, depending on the participating NIH Institute.
A notable feature of this funding opportunity is that it does not require cost sharing or matching, which reduces financial barriers for applicant organizations and helps ensure the award can be used primarily to support the protected time and related career support goals. While NIH awards typically involve detailed budget and effort commitments, the core purpose here is straightforward: to protect a portion of the senior scientist's time so they can focus on high-impact research and mentorship rather than being pulled heavily into competing responsibilities.
Eligibility is broad on the organizational side, covering a wide range of U.S.-based institutions and entities. Eligible applicants include federal-recognized and other tribal governments and organizations, state and local governments (including county and city/township governments), special district governments, and independent school districts. Higher education institutions are eligible, including both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education. The opportunity is also open to nonprofit organizations (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), excluding institutions of higher education in those specific categories), public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and small businesses. The eligibility section further clarifies that additional eligible applicants include Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), faith-based or community-based organizations, regional organizations, and U.S. territories or possessions. At the same time, the announcement clearly excludes foreign participation: non-U.S. (foreign) institutions are not eligible to apply, non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations are not eligible, and foreign components as defined by the NIH Grants Policy Statement are not allowed.
The timeline information in the source reflects that the opportunity was posted on March 30, 2012, with a creation date of April 12, 2012. The original closing date listed is May 7, 2015, and the record indicates it was archived on April 13, 2012, with a current closing date shown as April 12, 2012. Those dates suggest this entry reflects a particular snapshot of the announcement in a system of record, and anyone interested in applying would need to rely on the full NIH program announcement and current NIH submission schedules to confirm applicable receipt dates and whether the announcement remains active or has been superseded.
For applicants and institutions seeking more information, the full announcement was made available through the NIH Grants Guide at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-12-048.html. Technical assistance is routed through the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contacts: FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV is provided for difficulties accessing the announcement or issues linking to the funding notice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Senior Scientist Research Award (K05) (PA-12-048)
What is the Senior Scientist Research Award (K05)?
The Senior Scientist Research Award (K05) is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) discretionary grant mechanism intended for highly accomplished, senior-level biomedical researchers. Its main purpose is to provide protected time so the awardee can concentrate on research while also actively mentoring newer investigators.
What is the main purpose of this award?
The central goal is to sustain and leverage the contributions of senior scientists who have already shown an exceptional, long-term record of productivity in research areas closely aligned with the mission of the relevant NIH Institute or Center. The award is meant to stabilize the senior investigator's time and effort so they can continue leading a productive research program and strengthen the next generation of researchers through structured mentoring and guidance.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this program?
This opportunity was released under Funding Opportunity Number PA-12-048 and is titled "Senior Scientist Research Award (K05)."
What type of funding instrument is used for this opportunity?
The funding instrument type listed for this opportunity is a grant.
What activity categories are associated with this opportunity?
The activity categories listed are Education and Health, reflecting the dual emphasis on advanced research leadership and mentorship.
Which CFDA numbers are associated with this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA numbers 93.273 (Alcohol Research Programs) and 93.279 (Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs).
What research areas does this opportunity appear to align with based on the CFDA numbers?
Based on the associated CFDA numbers, this opportunity signals particular relevance to NIH-supported portfolios connected to alcohol use, substance use, drug abuse, addiction science, and related biomedical and behavioral health topics, depending on the participating NIH Institute.
Does this award require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The opportunity states that it does not require cost sharing or matching.
What does "protected time" mean in the context of this award?
In this context, protected time refers to stabilizing a portion of the senior scientist's time and effort so they can focus on high-impact research and mentorship rather than being pulled heavily into competing responsibilities.
Who is this award intended to support?
This award is intended to support highly accomplished, senior-level biomedical researchers who have demonstrated an exceptional long-term record of productivity and whose work aligns closely with the mission of the relevant NIH Institute or Center.
Is mentoring a required emphasis of the award?
Mentorship is a core element described for this mechanism. The award is designed not only to support research focus, but also to enable the senior scientist to actively mentor newer investigators through structured mentoring and guidance.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad for U.S.-based organizations. Eligible applicants include tribal governments and organizations (federally recognized and other), state governments, local governments (including county and city/township), special district governments, and independent school districts. Eligible applicants also include public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), excluding institutions of higher education within those nonprofit categories as stated), public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and small businesses.
Are U.S. territories or possessions eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility description includes U.S. territories or possessions as eligible applicants.
Are faith-based or community-based organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility section explicitly includes faith-based or community-based organizations.
Are specific types of higher education institutions called out as eligible?
Yes. The eligibility section includes Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and other higher education institutions (both public/state-controlled and private).
Are foreign institutions eligible to apply?
No. The announcement excludes foreign participation. Non-U.S. (foreign) institutions are not eligible to apply.
Can a U.S. organization include a non-U.S. component in the application?
No. Non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations are not eligible.
Are foreign components allowed under NIH definitions?
No. Foreign components, as defined by the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed for this opportunity.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The timeline information provided indicates the opportunity was posted on March 30, 2012, with a creation date of April 12, 2012.
What are the closing dates listed for this opportunity, and why might they be confusing?
The source information lists an original closing date of May 7, 2015. It also shows the record was archived on April 13, 2012, and a current closing date is shown as April 12, 2012. These dates suggest the entry reflects a snapshot in a system of record, so applicants should confirm applicable receipt dates and whether the announcement is still active or has been superseded by relying on the full NIH program announcement and current NIH submission schedules.
Where can the full NIH announcement be found?
The full announcement is available through the NIH Grants Guide at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-12-048.html
Who should be contacted for technical problems accessing the announcement or links?
For difficulties accessing the announcement or issues linking to the funding notice, the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contact provided is FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
What should applicants do to confirm whether the opportunity is active and what deadlines apply?
Because the provided record shows multiple dates (including archival information), interested applicants should rely on the full NIH program announcement and current NIH submission schedules to confirm current receipt dates and whether the opportunity remains active or has been superseded.
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