DoW Lupus, Impact Award
Can you apply?
This grant is for research on lupus. Researchers at eligible institutions can apply, including universities, research centers, and nonprofit research organizations. The Department of Defense prioritizes projects with military-relevant or translational potential. Grants support bench, translational, and clinical research. Applicants must comply with federal regulations on research ethics and security requirements.
Program description
Summary: This funding mechanism supports high-risk/high-reward research that has the potential to make a major impact in lupus research and/or lupus disease. The emphasis is on impact. Research must address at least one of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Lupus Research Program (LRP) Impact Award (IPA) focus areas. This funding mechanism does not allow clinical trials.
Distinctive Features: The FY26 LRP IPA encourages, but does not require, preliminary data.
An individual may be named as Principal Investigator (PI) on only one application per LRP award mechanism (Idea Award, IPA, Transformative Vision Development Award, Transformative Vision Award), for a maximum of four applications to the FY26 LRP.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative and specific aims
- Budget and budget justification
- Biographical sketches of key personnel
- Institutional assurance and compliance documentation
- Letters of support from collaborators (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Abigail Strock Contract Specialist
- 📧 help@eBRAP.org
- 📞 3016192342
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 12.420 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$2,265,729,366
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$800,631,761
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$74,531,880
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$67,205,571
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$53,718,832
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$34,191,124
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$24,907,742
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$21,394,379
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$19,100,256
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$19,002,641
Top States by Funding
- MD 10 awards $3,150.1M
- NC 11 awards $132.3M
- FL 8 awards $99.8M
- CA 11 awards $99.3M
- MA 7 awards $75.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 12.420). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,483,968,520 | |
| 2025 | $1,201,153,417 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Universities, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible entities can apply. Principal investigators must have appropriate credentials and institutional affiliation.
What is the deadline?
Applications open May 5, 2026, and close August 24, 2026. Plan submission well before the deadline.
What types of research projects are supported?
Bench, translational, and clinical research on lupus are eligible. Projects should have scientific merit and feasibility.
How competitive is this grant?
DoD lupus grants are highly competitive. Applications must demonstrate innovation, clear hypotheses, and strong preliminary data.
What is the typical funding range?
DoD research awards vary widely. Consult the full RFP for specific funding caps and budget guidelines.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with the USAMRAA website and full RFP for specific program details and allowable budgets. Read all requirements carefully.
- Build a strong team with relevant expertise. Include collaborators with track records in lupus or related immunology research.
- Provide compelling preliminary data and clear, measurable aims. Vague or overly ambitious proposals are often rejected.
- Address military or public health relevance explicitly. Explain how findings could benefit service members or the broader population.
- Budget conservatively and justify every expense. DoD reviewers scrutinize budgets for alignment with project scope.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak preliminary data or unfocused research questions are top reasons for rejection. Missing required forms or security compliance documentation will disqualify applications. Unclear connection to lupus or lupus research needs is a common issue.
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