Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI)
HHS-NIH11 Forecasted PAR-26-032Description
NIGMS intends to continue its flagship Maximizing Investigators' Research Awards (MIRA) program for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs). Over the past decade, MIRA has become the primary approach through which NIGMS supports fundamental, investigator-initiated research. MIRA provides support for research in an investigator's laboratory that falls within the mission of NIGMS through a single grant award. It provides investigators with greater funding stability and scientific flexibility, enabling researchers to take on more ambitious and innovative studies, enhancing scientific productivity and the chances for important breakthroughs. It also reduces administrative burden by combining all NIGMS research support for a PI into a single award. The program is structured to distribute funds widely among the nation's highly talented and promising early career investigators.
Eligibility
Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- Not specified
- Award Ceiling
- Not specified
- Total Estimated Funding
- Not specified
- Expected Awards
- Not specified
Key Dates
- Posted
- September 15, 2025
- Closes
- N/A
- Archive Date
- N/A
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- HHS-NIH11
- Agency Code
- HHS-NIH11
- Funding Instrument
- Other