NIDCR Small Grant Program for New Investigators (R03)

-Purpose. This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) issued by the NIDCR solicits Small Research Grant (R03) applications from scientists who are in the early stages of establishing an independent research career in dental and craniofacial research. This mechanism will support pilot and developmental research with the intention of facilitating subsequent submission of an Individual Research Project Grant (R01) application. Preliminary data are not required. -Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the NIH Small Research Grant (R03) award mechanism. -Funds Available and Anticipated Number of Awards. The total amount awarded and the number of awards will vary depending upon the number of applications received and the quality of the applications. Awards will also be contingent upon availability of funds and programmatic priorities.