The NIH’s Biomedical Research Facilities funding opportunity (PAR-25-061) invites applications for grants supporting the modernization or construction of biomedical research facilities at eligible academic and nonprofit research institutions. This initiative aims to enhance the infrastructure of biomedical research through projects that offer long-term improvements, such as updating core facilities or creating shared research infrastructure. Both research-intensive institutions and Institutions of Emerging Excellence (IEEs) in biomedical research are encouraged to apply, underscoring NIH’s commitment to strengthening national research capacity across diverse geographic regions and resource levels.

Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education and nonprofit research organizations, including minority-serving institutions such as HBCUs and Hispanic-serving Institutions. Foreign entities are not eligible to apply, and foreign components are not permitted.

The grant has an award ceiling of $8 million and requires cost-sharing. Applications are due by January 27, 2025, with an archive date of March 4, 2025. Full application requirements are detailed in the NIH announcement, and interested applicants can reach out to NIH Grants Information for further assistance. This funding opportunity is suited for institutions looking to make impactful infrastructure upgrades that bolster their biomedical research programs.