Atopic Dermatitis Research Network (ADRN) (U19 Clinical Trial Optional)
🏛 National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for establishing and supporting clinical research centers focused on atopic dermatitis. Eligible applicants include academic medical centers, research hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions with existing dermatology research infrastructure. The grant supports research conducted within the United States. Funded activities include clinical trials, patient cohort studies, and translational research on atopic dermatitis pathogenesis and treatments.
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Key dates
- Jun 29, 2026 Applications open
- Sep 24, 2026 Application deadline in 69 days
- Mar 1, 2027 Award announced
- Mar 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by continuing support for the Atopic Dermatitis Research Network (ADRN) program. This program will support research centers across the United States conducting interdisciplinary and translational research to further improve our understanding of skin immunology and defense mechanisms by focusing on differences between individuals with atopic dermatitis and healthy controls in skin immune responses, structure, and function. Also supported under the ADRN is the conduct of single site pilot trials or observational studies and opportunities for junior investigators to build a research background and foster independence. 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 (Federal Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (Research Plan)
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Biographical Sketches (Key Personnel)
- Letters of Institutional Support
- IRB Approval Documentation
- Research Strategy and Specific Aims
- Data Management and Sharing Plan
Program contact
- 👤 Michael Minnicozzi, Ph.D.
- 📧 minnicozzim@niaid.nih.gov
- 📞 301-240-3532
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?
Academic medical centers, research hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions with strong dermatology research programs can apply. Your institution should have experience managing clinical research studies.
What type of research does this grant support?
The grant funds clinical research on atopic dermatitis including trials, cohort studies, and translational research. Patient recruitment and care infrastructure are essential components.
What are the main funding components?
Typical awards support research personnel, patient care costs, data management, and equipment. Multi-year funding is common for this program type.
How competitive is this grant?
NIH clinical research grants are highly competitive. Strong institutional support and preliminary data significantly improve your chances.
What size award should I expect?
Awards vary but NIH clinical research center grants typically range from several hundred thousand to several million dollars annually over the funding period.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Establish a strong dermatology research team with experience managing clinical trials before applying. Institutional commitment matters.
- Demonstrate access to a robust patient population with atopic dermatitis for recruitment and longitudinal follow-up.
- Include preliminary data showing your center's capability to conduct high-quality clinical research in this area.
- Align your research questions with current NIH and dermatology research priorities on AD mechanisms and therapeutics.
- Build in partnerships with other research centers if possible; collaborative networks strengthen applications.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak institutional commitment or insufficient dermatology research infrastructure. Underestimating patient recruitment challenges and retention costs. Vague research plans lacking specific AD clinical questions or preliminary feasibility data.
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