DoW Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award
Funding Opportunity Number: HT942526MSRPIIRA
About the Opportunity
The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports highly rigorous, high-impact research projects that have the potential to make an important contribution to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research, patient care, and/or quality of life. All applications must address at least one of the FY26 MSRP IIRA focus areas. Research projects may focus on any phase of research, excluding clinical trials. The rationale for a research idea may be derived from laboratory discovery, clinical trial results, population-based studies, a clinician’s firsthand knowledge of patients, or anecdotal data. Applications must include preliminary and/or published data that are relevant to MS and the proposed research project.
Distinctive Features
This funding mechanism includes two options:
- Established Investigator: Open to researchers at any career stage.
- New Investigator: Supports applicants early in their faculty appointments.
Eligibility
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity), subject to any clarification in the additional eligibility information.
Funding Details
- Expected Number of Awards: 6
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $6,000,000
- Assistance Listing: 12.420 -- Military Medical Research and Development
- Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Key Dates
- Posted Date: May 05, 2026
- Last Updated Date: May 05, 2026
- Closing Date for Applications: Aug 13, 2026
- Archive Date: Sep 12, 2026
Contact Information
For assistance, contact:
- eBRAP Help Desk: Phone: 301-682-5507, Email: help@eBRAP.org
- CDMRP Help Desk: Available for additional support.