Because of a lapse in government funding, the information on this website may not be up to date,
transactions submitted via the website may not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond
to inquiries until appropriations are enacted.
The NIH Clinical Center (the research hospital of NIH) is open. For more details about its operating status,
please visit cc.nih.gov.
Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at
opm.gov.
What can the research and development funds be used for?
Up to $50,000 per year will be provided to cover the expenses of starting up a research program, including: (a) salaries for technical support, consultant costs, equipment, supplies; (b) travel to scientific meetings and training; (c) statistical services (including personnel and computing resources); and (d) other research-related expenses. Restrictions: Salary for mentors, secretarial and administrative assistance, etc. is NOT allowed.
