Grants for Scholarly Works in Biomedicine and Health (G13 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
🏛 National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for scholars preparing book-length manuscripts and scholarly works in biomedicine and health. Applicants must be producing critical reviews, analytical syntheses, or integrative works that advance biomedical and public health knowledge.
The program supports works of academic or public health importance for U.S. health professionals, scientists, public health professionals, and related audiences. Clinical trials are not allowed under this funding mechanism.
Eligible applicants typically include researchers at academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. The work should contribute enduring resources for research, education, clinical practice, or public health.
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Key dates
- Sep 24, 2026 Applications open
- May 25, 2027 Application deadline in 217 days
- Apr 1, 2028 Award announced
- Apr 1, 2028 Project start
Program description
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) solicits applications for the NLM Grants for Scholarly Works in Biomedicine and Health program. The program supports the preparation of book-length manuscripts and other scholarly works of academic and/or public health importance to U.S. health professionals, scientists, public health professionals, and other relevant audiences. This NOFO is intended to support scholars in producing critical reviews, analytical syntheses, and other integrative scholarly works that organize, contextualize, and disseminate biomedical and health-related knowledge. Through support for rigorous and integrative scholarship, the G13 program seeks to foster works that deepen understanding of current biomedical and public health challenges and contribute enduring resources for research, education, clinical practice, and public health.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- NIH Application Form (SF-424 or SF-424 R&R)
- Project Narrative
- Budget Justification
- Biographical Sketch
- References and Cited Literature
Program contact
- 👤 NLM Extramural Programs
- 📧 NLMProgram@nih.gov
- 📞 Please contact via e-mail.
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.879 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$31,424,450
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$21,310,613
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$18,962,515
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$18,956,268
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$18,759,333
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$18,422,490
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$17,519,518
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$16,306,781
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$15,389,486
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$15,377,324
Top States by Funding
- TN 4 awards $65.5M
- MA 10 awards $63.8M
- NY 12 awards $60.2M
- CA 14 awards $59.6M
- PA 8 awards $38.4M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.879). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $78,196,782 | |
| 2025 | $79,391,024 | |
| 2026 est. | $70,230,119 |
FAQ
What types of works does this grant support?
Primarily book-length manuscripts, critical reviews, and analytical syntheses. The work must organize, contextualize, and disseminate biomedical or health knowledge.
Are clinical trials eligible?
No. This funding mechanism explicitly excludes clinical trials. Focus on scholarly syntheses instead.
What is the typical award amount?
Awards range from $10,000 to $80,000. Exact amounts depend on project scope and reviewer assessment.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required to apply. You can request full project funding.
Who should apply?
Scholars at academic institutions, nonprofit research organizations, and government agencies with capacity to produce rigorous, integrative scholarly works.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with a clear manuscript outline or chapter summary showing how your work synthesizes existing knowledge. Reviewers want to see organization and integration, not just literature compilation.
- Emphasize the enduring value of your work for education, practice, or policy. Show how it fills a knowledge gap that matters to your target audience.
- Be specific about your timeline and milestones. Explain how grant funds will directly support writing, synthesis, or production activities.
- Connect your work to current biomedical or public health challenges. Frame your contribution as timely and actionable for professionals in your field.
- Build a realistic budget. Include personnel time for writing, research, editing, and production. Show how funds enable the work you've already begun planning.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting a research proposal disguised as a scholarly work. Reviewers expect synthesis and integration, not original data collection. Failing to articulate how your work serves U.S. health professionals and the broader field. Proposing clinical trial activities, which are explicitly excluded under this mechanism.
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