Research to Improve Rigor, Replicability, and Reproducibility in Biomedical and Behavioral Sciences

Forecasted opportunity (not yet open for applications; expected to be posted around 2027-04-23; estimated application due date 2027-05-25). The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), in collaboration with other National Institutes of Health (NIH) Institutes, Centers, and Offices, intends to support research projects that directly improve or evaluate biomedical and behavioral rigor, replicability, and reproducibility. Example projects include, but are not limited to:Assessing the scientific and behavioral impact of improving rigor, replicability, and reproducibilityDeveloping decision-making frameworks to select candidate studies for replication with the highest potential for scientific value or novel insightsMeasuring replicability, reproducibility, robustness, and generalizability of important research findings to accelerate scientific innovationApplications are not being solicited at this time. This notice is to allow applicants time to develop collaborations and responsive projects.