CAIRIBU
Collaborating for the Advancement of Interdisciplinary Research in Benign Urology

Extramural Funding Opportunities

The CAIRIBU U24 Interactions Core curates and maintains a collection of funding opportunities for CAIRIBU-affiliated investigators. This includes grants from the National Institutes of Health, institution-specific funding aimed at enhancing stakeholder engagement in research, and various funding sources that support non-malignant urologic research.

[IMPORTANT NOTICE] New NIH Policy: Annual Application Cap and AI Use

The NIH issued a new policy (NOT-OD-25-132) that will impact proposal submissions beginning September 25, 2025. Key points:

  • Application Cap: Each PI (or MPI team) will be limited to six applications per calendar year across all NIH deadlines.
  • AI Use: NIH emphasizes that applications must reflect original scientific thought. Use of generative AI tools is permitted for drafting support, but final content must be authored by the PI/team.

Read the full notice here

All extramural funding opportunities are now listed below in a table format. Open the table in Google Sheets to filter by each column.

NIDDK Funding Announcements

  • Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    The purpose of the Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant is to provide a new pathway for Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) who wish to propose research projects in a new direction for which preliminary data do not exist.  This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is open to a broad range of scientific research relevant to the mission of the participating NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs). Proposed projects must represent a change in research direction for the ESI and should be innovative and unique. A distinct feature for this NOFO is that applications must not include preliminary data.  [Posted 8/25/2025. Expires 8/26/2028.]

  • NIDDK Education Program Grants (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    NIDDK Education Program Grants (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of this R25 program is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral and clinical research needs. [Posted 12/20/2023. Expires 1/31/2026]

  • Innovations for Healthy Living – Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities (R43/R44 – Clinical Trial Optional)

    Innovations for Healthy Living - Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities (R43/R44 - Clinical Trial Optional) This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites eligible United States small business concerns (SBCs) to submit Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant applications that propose to develop a product, process or service for commercialization with the aim of improving minority health and/or reducing and ultimately eliminating health disparities in one or more populations that experience health disparities. [Posted 3/8/2024. Expires 12/10/2026]

  • Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (Parent K23 – Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (Parent K23 – Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed The purpose of the NIH Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (K23) is to support the career development of individuals with a clinical doctoral degree who have made a commitment to focus their research endeavors on patient-oriented research. [Posted 4/9/2024. Expires 5/8/2027]

  • Mentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    Mentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) The purpose of the Mentored Quantitative Research Career Development Award (K25) is to attract to NIH-relevant research those investigators whose quantitative science and engineering research has thus far not been focused primarily on questions of health and disease. [Posted 4/23/2024. Expires 5/8/2027]

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Other NIH Funding Announcements

  • Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) 

    This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites Center Core (P30) applications for the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratories (AITC) program. The AITC program promotes the development and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) approaches and technology through research projects for aging and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD) research. All applications should propose strategies for addressing challenges surrounding AI and technology development and implementation, and to employ, when possible, best practices established in the fields of aging and AD/ADRD. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/16/25.]

  • Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites Cooperative Agreement (U24) applications for the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (AITC) Coordinating Center (AITCC). The AITC program promotes the development and implementation of artificial intelligence approaches and technology through research projects for aging and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD) research. The central functions of the AITCC are to (1) serve as a hub for the AITC program and facilitate and coordinate activities across the AITC program, (2) centralize and lead key stakeholder engagement activities across the AITC program, and (3) enhance the scientific impact and reach of the AITC program by actively disseminating information about the program and attracting new researchers from across the country to participate in program activities and resources. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/21/25.]

  • Development of Novel or Improved Infertility Technologies (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Optional)

    The purpose of this NOFO is to support and facilitate multidisciplinary research approaches for the development or improvement of technologies - including drugs, devices, products, or clinical practices - designed to improve fertility outcomes in patients dealing with infertility, particularly in the context of assisted reproductive technologies (ART).  This NOFO aims to position innovative and validated technologies for future clinical development. [Posted 9/23/25. Expires 11/21/25.]

  • Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)

    The Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC) program's goal is to establish centers of excellence in geriatrics research and research education to increase scientific knowledge leading to better ways to maintain or restore independence in older persons. OAIC awards are designed to develop or strengthen programs that focus on, and sustain progress in, a key area of aging research related to the mission of the OAIC program. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/21/25.]

  • NIH Blueprint for Neuroscience: Coordination Center for Interoception Research (BPCCIR) (U24, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    This NOFO aims to foster interactions within the broad community of interoception researchers rather than focusing on disease-specific subdisciplines. Proposed efforts should: 1) establish and maintain a multidisciplinary team of interoception researchers to oversee and guide NBCCIR activities; 2) create and support digital communication platforms to facilitate networking, collaborations, and information dissemination; 3) plan, organize, and host at least one scientific meeting per year that will include NIH-funded interoception researchers, trainees, and other stakeholders; 4) identify challenges and future technological and scientific opportunities for the field of interoception and develop common terminology, data standards, and common data elements; and 5) generate metrics of success and plans to ensure the sustainability of the interoception research community. [Posted 9/2/2025. Due 11/10/2025.]

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AUA Funding Announcements

  • Science and Quality Fellow Program

    The Science and Quality Fellow Program advances the fields of guidelines, quality, and data. It also helps residents and fellows develop insight into how the AUA develops and promotes the advancement of evidence-based science.

  • Residency Research Awards

    Residency Research Awards provide urology residents with research training to enable them to build momentum toward a career that includes research. Awards are $10,000 each, restricted to research supplies and other resources needed to conduct a 3-12 month research project during the resident's research training period. The 2026 competition is now open! [Letters of intent due 11/3/2025. Full proposals due 1/5/2026.]

  • LEAD Program

    The LEAD Program supports urology residents who conduct mentored research, engage in AUA research education opportunities and are championed through networking events as they develop successful research careers and better serve the urology patient community. Please contact grantsmanager@auanet.org for more information.

  • Medical Student Fellowships

    Established in 2010, the Medical Student Fellowship Program is a chance for outstanding medical students to pursue urology research by engaging in a research fellowship mentored by world-class urologic scientists. Fellows receive $4,000 stipends to support them during a mentored research experience. The 2025 competition closed! Please contact grantsmanager@AUAnet.org for more information.

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Other Funding Announcements

  • 2025 IBSA Foundation Fellowships

    IBSA Foundation for scientific research offers 6 Fellowships of €32'000 in the following research field: dermatology, endocrinology, fertility/urology, pain medicine/orthopaedics/rheumatology, and healthy aging/regenerative medicine. Two grants will be awarded to the scientific area with the highest number of projects received. Applicants of any nationality must be under 40 years old on the deadline for the submission of proposals. They must have a degree in medicine, biology, pharmacy, biotechnology or bioengineering. Open to PhD students, PhD, Post-Doc and residents. Permanent positions such as Professors cannot apply. [Application deadline: 1/31/26]

  • Coloplast Interventional Urology Investigator Initiated Study Program

    The mission of the Interventional Urology Investigator Initiated Study Program (IISP) is to provide support for research that advances medical and scientific knowledge relating to urology, urogynecology, endourology, patients treated in these areas, associated caregivers, and the health care providers who work in these areas. This program is open to all qualified researchers who are interested in designing, conducting, and analyzing their own research projects, and who desire funding and/or other assistance from Coloplast.

  • Oxalosis and Hyperoxaluria Foundation Research Grants

    The OHF seeks to support research that will ultimately lead to new diagnostics, treatments, and a cure for primary hyperoxaluria and related hyperoxaluria conditions. The Research Grant program assists investigators, new or established, who have research projects for which they need support.  While the OHF primarily seeks to fund grants which will increase the understanding of Primary Hyperoxaluria and oxalosis and improve the clinical management and treatment of the genetic diseases, applications focused on hyperoxaluria and oxalosis associated with other conditions and diseases will also be considered. [Application deadline: 12/15/2025 at midnight ET]

  • Teleflex Independent Investigator Initiated Studies

    Teleflex Incorporated is accepting applications for their Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS) Research Grants Program. An investigator-initiated study is a Teleflex supported study initiated, developed, designed, and managed by a qualified third-party investigator who assumes sole responsibility for the conduct and management of the research. Submissions must be submitted by: March 28, June 27, September 26, December 19. Applications are reviewed quarterly by the Teleflex Grant Panel in January, April, July and October.

  • Society of Women in Urology Elisabeth Pickett Research Award

    The 2026 Elisabeth Pickett Research Award provides $10,000 for basic, translation or clinical urologic research. The awards may be used to continue or supplement a current project or to initiate new study. Application Deadline: 12/15/2025

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Aging-Related Funding Announcements

  • 2025 IBSA Foundation Fellowships

    IBSA Foundation for scientific research offers 6 Fellowships of €32'000 in the following research field: dermatology, endocrinology, fertility/urology, pain medicine/orthopaedics/rheumatology, and healthy aging/regenerative medicine. Two grants will be awarded to the scientific area with the highest number of projects received. Applicants of any nationality must be under 40 years old on the deadline for the submission of proposals. They must have a degree in medicine, biology, pharmacy, biotechnology or bioengineering. Open to PhD students, PhD, Post-Doc and residents. Permanent positions such as Professors cannot apply. [Application deadline: 1/31/26]

  • Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) 

    This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites Center Core (P30) applications for the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratories (AITC) program. The AITC program promotes the development and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) approaches and technology through research projects for aging and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD) research. All applications should propose strategies for addressing challenges surrounding AI and technology development and implementation, and to employ, when possible, best practices established in the fields of aging and AD/ADRD. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/16/25.]

  • Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites Cooperative Agreement (U24) applications for the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (AITC) Coordinating Center (AITCC). The AITC program promotes the development and implementation of artificial intelligence approaches and technology through research projects for aging and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and AD-related dementias (ADRD) research. The central functions of the AITCC are to (1) serve as a hub for the AITC program and facilitate and coordinate activities across the AITC program, (2) centralize and lead key stakeholder engagement activities across the AITC program, and (3) enhance the scientific impact and reach of the AITC program by actively disseminating information about the program and attracting new researchers from across the country to participate in program activities and resources. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/21/25.]

  • Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)

    The Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC) program's goal is to establish centers of excellence in geriatrics research and research education to increase scientific knowledge leading to better ways to maintain or restore independence in older persons. OAIC awards are designed to develop or strengthen programs that focus on, and sustain progress in, a key area of aging research related to the mission of the OAIC program. [Posted 9/10/25. Expires 10/21/25.]

  • NIH Blueprint for Neuroscience: Coordination Center for Interoception Research (BPCCIR) (U24, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

    This NOFO aims to foster interactions within the broad community of interoception researchers rather than focusing on disease-specific subdisciplines. Proposed efforts should: 1) establish and maintain a multidisciplinary team of interoception researchers to oversee and guide NBCCIR activities; 2) create and support digital communication platforms to facilitate networking, collaborations, and information dissemination; 3) plan, organize, and host at least one scientific meeting per year that will include NIH-funded interoception researchers, trainees, and other stakeholders; 4) identify challenges and future technological and scientific opportunities for the field of interoception and develop common terminology, data standards, and common data elements; and 5) generate metrics of success and plans to ensure the sustainability of the interoception research community. [Posted 9/2/2025. Due 11/10/2025.]

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Institution-Specific CTSA Stakeholder Engagement Funding Announcements

NIH Data Book – The NIH Data Book (NDB) provides basic summary statistics on extramural grants and contract awards, grant applications, the organizations that NIH supports, the trainees and fellows supported through NIH programs, and the national biomedical workforce.