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Learning Disabilities Research Centers

Forecast — expected to open 24 Jul 2027

This is a forecast: the funder has announced the opportunity but it is not open yet; posting is expected around 24 Jul 2027 and the estimated deadline is 1 Oct 2027. Eligible applicant types include native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), state governments, for profit organizations other than small businesses and 12 more.

About this call

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) seeks to support transdisciplinary research centers to improve outcomes for children and youth at risk for, or diagnosed with, specific learning disabilities (SLDs) impacting mathematics, reading and writing. These centers will focus on improving the identification and classification of SLDs, deepen understanding of their genetic and neurobiological underpinnings, and advance testing of innovative screening and intervention approaches. The proposed centers will use their funded research infrastructure to collaborate with key stakeholders and provide project-based mentorship for the next generation of SLD researchers. Grant authorities that allow the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development to forecast this opportunity are as follows: 42 U.S.C. 281 (Sec. 401); 42 U.S.C. 285g (Sec. 448); 42 USC 284h (Sec. 409D).

Who can apply

• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• State governments
• For profit organizations other than small businesses
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• City or township governments
• Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
• County governments
• Special district governments
• Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
• Small businesses
• Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
• Independent school districts
• Private institutions of higher education

Applicant categories are a starting point. The official call decides eligibility.

Topics

Health

How to apply

1. Read the full notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) linked from the official page: eligibility, cost sharing and evaluation criteria.
2. Make sure your organisation has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID (UEI); registration can take several weeks.
3. For NIH: the organisation and the principal investigator also need eRA Commons accounts; applications are usually submitted through Grants.gov (for example with ASSIST).
4. Prepare the required forms, narrative, budget and attachments exactly as the NOFO specifies.
5. Submit before the deadline and keep the tracking number. Check for amendments before you submit.

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Who can apply

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Single applicant or consortium

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Where applicants must be based

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Where to apply

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Contact

Child Development and Behavior Branch · nichd_cdbb_nofos@mail.nih.gov · Please contact via e-mail

Official sources

Official call page

Facts on this page come from the official source and were last checked 15 Nov 2026. The funder's own documents, including later amendments, always take precedence.

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