NEI Collaborative Clinical Vision Research: Chair's Grant (UG1-Clinical Trial Required)
Key Information
Due Date: May 25, 2026
Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Source: Federal
Funding Category:
Health & Human Services
Funding Amount: Not Specified
Funding Type: Cooperative Agreement
Match Required: No
Contact Info:
grantsinfo@nih.gov
See Section VII. Agency Contacts within the full opportunity announcement for all other inquires.
Overview
The grant aims to support large-scale clinical trials that are initiated by investigators, involving complex or high resource- or safety-risk procedures, including human gene-transfer and stem cell therapy trials. The supported projects are multifaceted and carry high public health significance. These projects necessitate explicit clarification of study organization, including the roles and responsibilities involved, and require meticulous performance oversight and monitoring.
According to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), eligible studies for the proposed grant must intend to evaluate interventions targeting the screening, diagnosing, prevention, or treatment of vision disorders, or to compare the effectiveness of two or more existing interventions.
NEI funds the UG1-supported studies as a set of single-component companion grant awards, which include the Chair's Grant, the Coordinating Center, and Resource Centers, when applicable.
Specifically, the NOFO encourages applications for the Chair's grant. This grant encapsulates the scientific rationale, study aims, and overall significance of the research project.
Key Dates
Open Date: May 25, 2023
Application Due Date: May 25, 2026
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Additional Details
Eligible Activities
- Research and Development
Eligible Applicants
- State governments
- County governments
- City, village or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Small businesses