NIDCR Small Research Grants for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Health-related Data Analyses and Statistical or Computational Methodology Development (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is forecasting the release of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) intended to support small research projects. These projects will focus on secondary data analyses and the development of statistical or computational methodologies related to dental, oral, and craniofacial health. This opportunity, identified as NOT-DE-26-008, will support applications proposing innovative use of existing datasets or proposing methodological advancements to better understand and utilize health-related data in these research areas. The grant aims to foster the development of analytical tools and methods, encouraging investigators with the relevant expertise to prepare and submit proposals once the NOFO is published. Although specific funding amounts have not yet been disclosed, the opportunity will use the NIH R03 activity code, which typically supports small research projects. The R03 grant mechanism generally provides limited funding for a short duration and does not allow for clinical trials under this specific opportunity. Eligibility is broad and includes a variety of public and private organizations. These range from state and county governments to tribal governments and organizations, higher education institutions (both public and private), independent school districts, non-profits, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and small businesses. This wide eligibility underscores NIDCR’s intent to attract a diverse set of applicants capable of contributing to the advancement of dental, oral, and craniofacial research. The estimated timeline indicates a forecasted post date of June 16, 2025, with an application due date of October 16, 2025. Awards are expected to be made by June 1, 2026, and projects will also commence on that date. These timelines are projected and may be updated once the NOFO is officially published. For more information or to clarify questions, interested applicants are advised to contact Dr. Lorena Baccaglini at lorena.baccaglini@nih.gov or via phone at 301-435-7908. Applicants should use this period before the NOFO release to develop collaborations and plan potential submissions aligned with the expected opportunity details.