The High-Risk, High-Reward Research program supports exceptionally creative scientists pursuing highly innovative research with the potential for broad impact in biomedical, behavioral, or social sciences within the NIH mission. Preliminary data are not required. The program's four constituent NIH Director's awards provide a diverse set of funding opportunities. See the individual award websites for more information and application help.

Program Opportunities

  • NIH Director’s Pioneer Award

  • NIH Director’s New Innovator Award

  • NIH Director’s Transformative Research Award

  • NIH Director’s Early Independence Award

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https://commonfund.nih.gov/highrisk

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