Use this page to help you get started considering whether NINDS is a good fit for your proposal and selecting the appropriate grant type or mechanism for your work.
Step 1 - Determine if your proposal fits within the mission of NINDS
If results from Matchmaker are unclear, and/or if your application involves a clinical trial or you are considering any non-parent FOA, it's important to check with an NINDS program officer before submitting. Matchmaker will also suggest a top matching program officer which is often the best person to reach out to first with questions.
Step 2 - Select the appropriate grant type or mechanism
Once you’ve determined that your proposal is within the mission of NINDS, you’ll want to identify the best grant type or mechanism (officially known as an "activity code" - e.g. R01, F32, U54, etc.) to support your work. Choosing the best mechanism of support is important and should match the needs and stage of your proposal.
Use the links below to explore and identify a grant mechanism that fits your work. Once you have identified a mechanism that looks to be a good fit, procced to step 3 - Finding a Funding Opportunity.
What Type of Funding Support Are You Looking For?
Step 3 - Identify a Funding Opportunity
Now that you've identified a type of grant/mechanism for your work, it's time to find an appropriate Funding Opportunity Announcement or FOA. For any application you submit to NIH, you must apply through an FOA, which will tell you everything you need to know about who is eligible to apply and what is required.
Two ways to find FOAs:
Applying to the most appropriate FOA is critical for a number of reasons: