The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) plans to reissue a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) under the title "Infrastructure for Population Dynamics Research Program (iPOP)" using the P2C grant activity code. This funding opportunity is currently in forecast status under opportunity number NOT-HD-24-044 and is classified as a discretionary grant. It is intended to support the development and enhancement of research infrastructure in the field of population dynamics that is relevant to the NICHD mission.

The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to advance population dynamics research by increasing the impact, innovation, and productivity of the field. The grant aims to provide infrastructure support that will facilitate the work of early-stage investigators and boost the efficiency of research efforts. The grant does not permit clinical trials and will utilize a multi-component structure intended to provide extensive research resources.

The total estimated funding available for the program is approximately $4,179,000, with an anticipated nine awards to be granted. Specific funding amounts per award have not been disclosed in the forecast. Matching contributions from applicants are not required. The forecasted release of the full NOFO is scheduled for March 22, 2025, with applications due by July 23, 2025. Awards are expected to be announced by April 26, 2026, with project starts beginning May 1, 2026.

Eligible applicants include a wide array of entities such as federally recognized and other Native American tribal governments and organizations, private and public institutions of higher education, state and county governments, independent school districts, public housing authorities, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, and for-profit organizations including small businesses. This broad eligibility reflects the grant's goal of supporting a wide and diverse pool of research infrastructure applicants.

Potential applicants are advised to begin preparations early, forming collaborations and developing projects aligned with the goals of the NICHD. While the official FOA has yet to be released, additional information is available through the grant notice and any future updates on Grants.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor the site for the finalized announcement and further instructions regarding the application process.

For inquiries, contact can be directed to the NIH OPERA DGSI Systems Policy Branch via email at operasystemspolicy@nih.gov. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the full notice when released for specific submission requirements, application questions, and evaluation criteria.