Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) for Early Stage Investigators (ESI)
Department of Health and Human Services
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 environm
Funding
Award size
Not specified
Type
Grant
Dates
Deadline
Later
Posted
05/12/2026
Closes
2029-02-06
Eligibility
Eligibility
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authoritiesNonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher educationPrivate institutions of higher educationNative American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)County governmentsState governmentsPublic and State controlled institutions of higher educationNative American tribal governments (Federally recognized)Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher educationFor profit organizations other than small businessesCity or township governmentsSpecial district governmentsIndependent school districtsOthers (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)Small businesses
Program
Funding area
Health - HL
Opportunity #
PAR-27-032
Source
Status
Open
Market
Government
Level
Federal
Source
Grants.gov