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For Applicants

New Framework for NIH Peer Review

NIH is implementing a simplified framework for the peer review of the majority of competing research project grant applications, beginning with submissions with due dates of January 25, 2025.

Application Process

CSR does not award funding but instead handles the review of proposals. Please visit the NIH for an overview of the grants process or view our video What Happens to Your Grant Application .

Planning & Writing

Guidance to assist you in planning and preparing a proposal.

Due Dates

Standard receipt dates for grant proposals

Submission & Assignment

How proposals are assigned to a review group

Initial Review, Results, & Appeals

What happens in the review process?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Top Q&As for Applicants