Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI)
Key Information
Due Date: February 6, 2029
Agency: United States Department of Health and Human Services
Source: Federal
Website: View Website
Funding Categories:
Funding Amount: Not Specified
Funding Type: Grant
Match Required: No
Status: Posted
Contact Info:
NIGMS-ESIMIRA@nigms.nih.gov
National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) NIGMS-ESIMIRA@nigms.nih.gov
National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) NIGMS-ESIMIRA@nigms.nih.gov
Overview
The Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) provides support for ESIs with a program of research that aligns with the NIGMS mission.MIRA distributes funding among promising investigators across the country. The goal is to boost scientific productivity and the chances for important breakthroughs.Through this program, investigators can:Receive independent research funding early to start and sustain strong research careers.Explore new, unique research areas in the NIGMS mission.Take on ambitious, creative projects.Shift focus to include emerging techniques and technologies as needed.Devote more time to mentoring trainees in a stable research environment.
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Additional Info
Posted Date: May 12, 2026
Application Due Date: February 6, 2029
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Eligible Applicants:
- City or township governments
- State governments
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Independent school districts
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- County governments
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Special district governments
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Private institutions of higher education
- Others
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Small businesses
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