Although letters of intent are not required, NIH advises to submit one If your chosen funding opportunity announcement (FOA) or notice of special interest (NOSI) requests one. Reviewers won’t see your letter of intent, so it won’t affect how they score your application.

Whether you submit a letter of intent or not, at least twelve weeks before you apply, it is recommended that you contact the NIH scientific program officials listed for your FOA or in your area of scientific research. They can advise on your application, point out special requirements that are important to the success of your submission and mention any prior approvals needed.


How To:

Items to Include:

  • Any specific items mentioned in the FOA

  • Descriptive title of proposed research

  • Name, address, and telephone number of the principal investigator(s)

  • Names of other key personnel

  • Participating institutions

  • Number and title of the FOA

A few other suggestions.

  • Include a concise description of your proposed project

  • Describe how your plans relate to areas of Research With Special Considerations such as human subjects, clinical, or animal research

  • Specify the pathogens you plan to study, if any

Once your letter is complete, submit to your departmental contact who will coordinate with the authorized official from JHURA for their signature. After all the signatures have been obtained, you can email the letter to the contact on the PA or RFA.

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Contacts:

At least 12 weeks before you apply, we advise you to contact the scientific program officials listed for your announcement or in your area of science.

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