Coordinating Center for National Resource Network for the Study of Human Auditory and Vestibular Disorders
Can you apply?
This grant is for establishing a coordinating center within a national research network focused on auditory and vestibular disorders. Eligible applicants typically include academic research institutions, medical schools, universities, and research-focused nonprofits with strong research infrastructure. The grant supports multi-institutional network coordination, collaborative research infrastructure, and scientific resource development. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to manage a coordinating center, facilitate inter-institutional collaboration, and support the broader research network studying human hearing and balance disorders.
Geographic scope is national, supporting research activities across multiple institutions. Funding supports network coordination, data management systems, and research support services that advance auditory and vestibular research nationally.
Key dates
- Jan 27, 2026 Applications open
- Sep 29, 2026 Application deadline in 108 days
- Jul 31, 2027 Award announced
- Aug 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The National Institutes on Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) seeks to advance its mission by publishing a Notice of Funding Opportunity to solicit applications for a Coordinating Center for the National Human Ear Resource Network. The National Human Ear Resource Network is a critical national technological resource for auditory and vestibular researchers who use human inner and middle ear tissues for a range of basic and clinical studies. The Network serves as a nucleus for expanding the use of human temporal bones in the research community and facilitates communication and collaboration between laboratories that utilize human temporal bones in their research.
It is anticipated that the Network Coordinating Center will, among other duties, coordinate and chair regular meetings with Network laboratories, work closely with NIDCD staff to disseminate to the scientific and clinical communities information regarding Network activities and facilitate communication and collaboration within the Network and with laboratories across the United States.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (R&R) form
- Project Narrative (Research Plan)
- Detailed Budget and Budget Justification
- Biographical Sketches of Key Personnel
- Institutional Support Letters
- Letters of Commitment from Partner Institutions
- Data Management and Sharing Plan
- Facilities and Resources Documentation
Program contact
- 👤 Division of Scientific Programs
- 📧 NIDCDNetworkU24@mail.nih.gov
- 📞 Please contact via e-mail.
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.173 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$67,501,043
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$41,811,330
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$29,666,573
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$25,009,162
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$22,883,624
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$22,740,456
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$16,596,227
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$13,255,879
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$12,363,350
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$12,276,804
Top States by Funding
- MA 11 awards $142.6M
- CA 10 awards $101.6M
- IA 5 awards $77.5M
- CT 2 awards $76.3M
- MD 7 awards $56.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.173). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $422,034,489 | |
| 2025 | $422,700,014 | |
| 2026 est. | $427,030,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Academic medical centers, research universities, and large research nonprofits with established research programs typically qualify. Your institution should have research infrastructure and capacity to coordinate multi-institutional collaboration.
What is a coordinating center's role?
Coordinating centers manage network operations, facilitate collaboration between research sites, maintain data systems, and provide technical support to participating researchers across the network.
Does this fund actual research or just network operations?
This funds the infrastructure and coordination that enables research. The focus is on network management, data systems, and collaborative support rather than individual research projects.
How competitive is this type of grant?
These grants are highly competitive. Strong applications require demonstrated expertise in auditory/vestibular research, established research networks, and clear plans for advancing the field.
What is the typical funding range?
NIH coordinating center grants typically support 5-year budgets in the $500K-$2M+ annual range, though specific amounts vary by program and application quality.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly describe your institution's current research infrastructure and track record in auditory/vestibular science to establish credibility.
- Emphasize your capacity to manage data systems, coordinate multiple research sites, and provide technical support effectively.
- Include letters of commitment from partner institutions showing their buy-in and willingness to participate in the network.
- Develop a realistic operations plan with specific milestones for establishing the coordinating center and supporting network research.
- Detail how you will facilitate collaboration, disseminate research findings, and measure the network's impact on the field.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating the operational complexity of managing a multi-institutional network. Applications fail when budgets and timelines seem unrealistic for coordinating multiple research sites.
Providing vague descriptions of what the coordinating center will actually do day-to-day. Reviewers want specific, detailed operational plans, not general statements about collaboration.
Insufficient evidence of institutional commitment and research capacity. Without strong partner letters and demonstrated expertise, applications lack credibility.
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