Clinical Research Network on Antimicrobial Resistance
🏛 National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for research organizations studying antimicrobial resistance through clinical networks. Eligible applicants include universities, medical centers, research institutions, and nonprofit research organizations. Applicants must have the capacity to conduct clinical research and partner with healthcare systems. The scope is national. Funding supports creation and maintenance of clinical research networks focused on antimicrobial resistance problems.
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Key dates
- Dec 29, 2025 Applications open
- Sep 29, 2026 Application deadline in 75 days
- Jul 1, 2027 Award announced
- Jul 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by continuing support for a Clinical Research Network on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). AMR is a major health challenge that limits treatment options and allows resistant infections to persist. Individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes and cancer are particularly vulnerable, resulting in increased illness and death as well as higher healthcare costs in the United States. The program aims to design, implement, and manage clinical research addressing key clinical questions in AMR. Research will focus on bacterial and fungal infections associated with AMR. Areas of emphasis include clinical testing of new antibiotics and other treatments such as bacteriophage therapy, methods optimizing the use of existing antibiotics, evaluating novel diagnostic tests including using diagnostics to refine treatment strategies, and mentoring the next generation of AMR clinical researchers. Grant authorities that allow NIAID to forecast this opportunity are as follows: Sections 301 and 405 of the Public Health Service Act as amended (42 USC 241 and 284) and under Federal Regulations 42 CFR Part 52 and 2 CFR Part 200.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative and Research Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Institutional Support Letters
- Biographical Sketches (Key Personnel)
- Letters of Commitment from Partner Sites
- Clinical Data Management Plan
- Facilities and Resources Documentation
Program contact
- 👤 Division of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
- 📧 AMRClinicalResearchNetworkContact@mail.nih.gov
- 📞 Please contact via e-mail.
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.855 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$246,626,852
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$201,437,825
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$185,816,804
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$180,737,624
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$136,265,880
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$116,817,868
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$93,394,862
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$89,845,851
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$74,456,241
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$72,987,380
Top States by Funding
- CA 8 awards $696.2M
- MA 6 awards $602.8M
- NY 6 awards $335.0M
- TX 3 awards $280.9M
- GA 5 awards $257.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.855). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $4,073,812,529 | |
| 2025 | $4,378,235,639 | |
| 2026 est. | $4,299,426,996 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Universities, hospitals, medical centers, research institutions, and nonprofit organizations with clinical research capabilities typically qualify. Your organization should have experience conducting or supporting clinical research.
What types of projects are funded?
The grant supports clinical research networks focused on antimicrobial resistance. This includes research infrastructure, data collection, and collaborative research activities across multiple sites.
What is the typical funding range?
NIH clinical research network grants typically range from several hundred thousand to multi-million dollars annually. Check the specific funding opportunity announcement for exact amounts.
How competitive is this grant?
NIH grants are highly competitive. Strong preliminary data, established partnerships, and demonstrated clinical research experience significantly improve chances.
When is the deadline?
Check the NIH grants.gov portal for rolling deadlines. Applications typically have 30-45 day submission windows from the opening date.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with NIH's Research.gov and Grants.gov to review the full funding opportunity announcement and any updates. Get specific guidance on required partnerships and network structure.
- Build a strong consortium with clinical sites and institutions. Demonstrate established relationships and clear roles for each partner.
- Use preliminary data from your institution's clinical operations to show feasibility. Include specific statistics on patient populations and data management capacity.
- Address antimicrobial resistance as a public health problem. Explain how your network fills a gap in existing research infrastructure or clinical practice.
- Plan for regulatory compliance early. Include institutional review board protocols and data security measures in your application.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak or undefined partnerships between clinical sites. Lack of preliminary data showing research readiness. Unclear focus on antimicrobial resistance outcomes.
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