2019 VUMC S10 Internal Proposal Form |
**NOTE: This survey is for VUMC investigators.**
Investigators with primary appointments in VU should complete this survey or contact:
- Dr. Chuck Sanders (VU Basic Sciences)
- Dr. Liane Moneta-Koehler (All non-SOM VU departments)
VUMC investigators who intend to apply to any of the three S10 programs must submit an internal proposal for review. An internal proposal is required for all projects and will be used to arrange matching funds and letters of support. Proposals submitted in collaboration with a core facility or shared resource will be prioritized for matching funds.
Investigators are strongly encouraged to read the appropriate RFA(s) and guidance document since there have been program changes.
- Shared Instrumentation Grant (SIG) Program:
- https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-19-179.html
- Budget range for the SIG: $50,000 - $600,000
- High-End Instrumentation (HEI) Grant Program:
- https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-19-177.html
- Budget range for the HEI: $600,001 - $2,000,000
- Shared Instrumentation for Animal Research (SIFAR) Grant Program:
- https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-19-178.html
- Budget range for the SIFAR: $50,000 - $750,000
- SIFAR supports technologies needed for NIH-funded research using vertebrate or invertebrate animals. Awards should enhance the scientific rigor and improve the reproducibility of experimental outcomes for animal research.
Internal proposals are due by 5 p.m. on April 2nd. Late submissions may be ineligible for matching funds.
VUMC faculty: contact Dr. Amy Martinez (amy.f.martinez@vumc.org) with any questions about the program requirements, eligibility or institutional process.