Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA OD 18 007
The Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is an NIH grant opportunity designed to help promising postdoctoral researchers move more quickly from a mentored training stage into independent research careers focused on tobacco regulatory science. Its central goal is to build and sustain a strong pipeline of new investigators whose work can directly support the development, improvement, and evaluation of regulations governing how tobacco products are made, distributed, and marketed. In practical terms, the award is structured to accelerate the transition from a postdoctoral position (where the applicant works under a mentor) into a stable independent faculty or equivalent role, ideally earlier than the typical timeline, and to position awardees to compete successfully for independent NIH funding or other major research support.
This opportunity is offered by the National Institutes of Health and is listed as a discretionary grant in the health funding category (CFDA 93.077). The funding opportunity title is "Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)," and the opportunity number is RFA-OD-18-007. The original posting was created on May 15, 2018, with an original closing date of November 8, 2019. As indicated in the title, independent clinical trials are not allowed under this specific announcement, meaning the proposed research must fit within NIH rules for non-clinical-trial research under this mechanism.
Eligibility is broad in terms of the types of applicant organizations that may apply. Eligible applicants include various levels of government (state, county, city or township, and special district governments), independent school districts, and public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities. Academic institutions are included as well, such as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education. The opportunity also allows applications from nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education), for-profit organizations that are not small businesses, and small businesses. In addition, NIH explicitly highlights a range of other eligible applicants, reflecting an interest in inclusive participation across institution types and communities. These include Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISI), Hispanic-serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (other than federally recognized), eligible federal government agencies, faith-based or community-based organizations, regional organizations, and U.S. territories or possessions.
At the same time, there are clear restrictions related to foreign involvement. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities and foreign institutions are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are also not eligible to apply. In addition, foreign components, as defined under the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed. These limits mean the applicant organization and the work supported under the award must be U.S.-based without foreign components under NIH definitions.
Overall, the K99/R00 tobacco regulatory research pathway award is intended to function as a career-launching bridge: it supports mentored postdoctoral development while creating a structured, time-sensitive route to independence for researchers whose work can inform FDA/NIH-relevant tobacco product regulation, particularly around manufacturing practices, distribution systems, and marketing approaches that affect population health.Apply for RFA OD 18 007
- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.077.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2018-05-15.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2019-11-08. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00)?
The Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is an NIH grant opportunity intended to help promising postdoctoral researchers transition more quickly from mentored training into independent research careers in tobacco regulatory science.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The central goal is to build and sustain a strong pipeline of new investigators whose research can directly support the development, improvement, and evaluation of regulations that govern how tobacco products are made, distributed, and marketed.
How does this award support career development?
The award is designed as a career-launching bridge that accelerates the move from a postdoctoral mentored stage (working under a mentor) to a stable independent faculty position or equivalent role. It is intended to position awardees to compete successfully for independent NIH funding or other major research support.
What does "K99/R00" mean in practical terms?
Based on the information provided, the mechanism is structured to support two phases: a mentored postdoctoral stage followed by a transition to an independent research role. The overall intent is to shorten the typical timeline to independence by providing a structured pathway from mentored training into an independent position.
What research area does this opportunity focus on?
This opportunity focuses on tobacco regulatory science, particularly research that can inform regulation of tobacco products related to manufacturing practices, distribution systems, and marketing approaches that affect population health.
Who is this opportunity designed for?
It is designed for promising postdoctoral researchers who are ready to move toward research independence and whose work aligns with tobacco regulatory science goals that support regulation and evaluation of tobacco product policies.
Are independent clinical trials allowed under this announcement?
No. As stated in the title, independent clinical trials are not allowed under this specific announcement. Proposed research must fit within NIH rules for non-clinical-trial research under this mechanism.
Who is offering this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
What is the funding opportunity number?
The opportunity number is RFA-OD-18-007.
What is the official funding opportunity title?
The title is "Pathway to Independence Award in Tobacco Regulatory Research (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)."
How is this opportunity categorized?
It is listed as a discretionary grant in the health funding category and is identified under CFDA 93.077.
When was the opportunity originally posted?
The original posting was created on May 15, 2018.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was November 8, 2019.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad across organization types. Eligible applicants include government entities (state, county, city or township, and special district governments), independent school districts, and public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
Are colleges and universities eligible?
Yes. Eligible academic applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations with and without 501(c)(3) status are eligible, as long as they are not institutions of higher education.
Are for-profit organizations eligible?
Yes. For-profit organizations that are not small businesses are eligible, and small businesses are also eligible.
Are faith-based or community-based organizations eligible?
Yes. Faith-based or community-based organizations are explicitly highlighted as eligible applicants.
Are U.S. territories eligible to apply?
Yes. U.S. territories or possessions are listed among eligible applicants.
Are federal agencies eligible to apply?
Yes. Eligible federal government agencies are included among eligible applicants.
Does NIH encourage applications from institutions serving underrepresented communities?
Yes. NIH explicitly highlights a range of eligible applicants reflecting inclusive participation, including Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, AANAPISI institutions, Hispanic-serving Institutions, HBCUs, TCCUs, and other community- and region-focused organizations listed in the announcement description.
Are non-U.S. (foreign) organizations eligible to apply?
No. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities and foreign institutions are not eligible to apply.
Can a U.S. organization apply if it has a non-domestic component?
No. Non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible to apply under this opportunity.
Are foreign components allowed as part of the project?
No. Foreign components, as defined under the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed. This means the applicant organization and the supported work must be U.S.-based without foreign components under NIH definitions.
What is the overall intent of the award for tobacco regulation?
The overall intent is to support research that can help regulators and public health stakeholders develop, refine, and evaluate tobacco product regulations, particularly those tied to how products are manufactured, distributed, and marketed.
What is the expected outcome for awardees after completing the pathway?
The expected outcome is that awardees transition into independent research roles earlier than typical and are well-positioned to compete for independent NIH funding or other major research support in tobacco regulatory science.
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