Current Funding Opportunities
Upcoming deadlines
Applications accepted on a continuous basis for the following funding programs:
Contact us
Melissa Hansen
Research Navigator
ctsi@umn.edu
612-625-CTSI (2874)
Community funding opportunities
CTSI manages two funding programs to support community members and organizations interested in developing ideas and partnerships to address health in Minnesota communities.
A research training program for undergraduate students enrolled in any college or university in Minnesota, especially those from populations underrepresented in research.
Applications due February 1, 2021 by 11:59pm.
- RFA
- Online application submission form
- FAQs
- Blank application (to view elements of application without having to create a fake application)
- Submit Letter of Recommendation
A research training program for doctoral-level professional health sciences students and early-PhD students interested in clinical and translational research.
Applications due February 1, 2021 by 11:59pm.
Please see the A-PReP grant page for full application requirements
The program supports the next generation of clinical and translational investigators through structured training program with a mentored, multidisciplinary translational research emphasis.
- LOI Deadline: Thursday, January 21, 2021 by 11:59 p.m.
- Application Deadline: Monday, March 22, 2021 by 11:59 p.m. (by invitation only)
- Award Notification: May 2021
- Start Date(s): July 1, 2021 and August 9, 2021
- 2021 LOI
- 2021 RFA
- LOI Template
- Online LOI submission form (A customized application link will be sent to directly to selected applicants.)
The goal of these programs is to support the development of pediatric health innovations with the ultimate objective of improving pediatric patient outcomes and quality of life.
This funding opportunity is an open program with no deadline.
The goal of the Committee for Pharmaceutical Development (CPD) is to identify, develop, and commercialize pharmaceutical products by forming networks and fostering dialogue between University of Minnesota researchers and industry experts.
N/A (applications accepted on a continuous basis)
Please contact the Program Manager, Brittni Peterson, at bmpete@umn.edu with any questions.