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After months of preparation, the National Institutes of
Health opened its doors in November (2005) to receive its
first round of grant applications electronically through the
Federal web portal of Grants.gov.
Beginning with the December 1, 2005 submission date (for
SBIR/STTR applications), one-by-one all competing research
grant programs (mechanisms like R01, R03, etc.) will
transition from paper submission of the PHS 398 to
electronic submission through Grants.gov using Standard Form
424 Research and Related (SF 424(R&R)). P.I.s should
take careful note of the transition schedule (timeline) to
ensure that they are using the appropriate mode of
application transmission and application form.
Applications for the transition submission date of a
mechanism (even if submitted in advance of the date) and
thereafter must use the SF 424(R&R) form and be submitted
electronically through Grants.gov. Once a mechanism
transitions, the change applies to all subsequent Requests
for Applications and Program Announcements.
no
paper applications will be accepted for transitioned
mechanisms.
In addition to the submission method, NIH has changed its
terminology to reflect the standard all the agencies have
adopted.
Check the NIH tab from the ORS website for updates and
information regarding these important changes. ORS
will be holding training seminars and workshops. Check
the website for the schedule of training opportunities. | 