ODAT Translational Research Funding

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Turn your innovation into a product, service or approach that improves human health with support from CTSI’s Office of Discovery and Translation (ODAT).

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Applications are accepted throughout the year, following a structured review and decision-making process. Please review our application guide before applying:

Guidance for applicants

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Review schedule: 2026

Applications submitted byReview periodDecision
January 31February–AprilMay
May 31June–AugustSeptember
September 30October–DecemberJanuary

Funding areas of interest

Funding is not limited to innovations in the above-listed areas of interest. Areas of interest are subject to change.

How we support our grantees

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Funding

Since 2012, ODAT has awarded more than $19 million in ODAT Translational Funding to support University innovators developing novel solutions for unmet human health needs.

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Guidance from experts

ODAT draws from its broad network of University- and industry-based experts to offer guidance to awardees. Advisory support is tailored to each innovation.

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Collaborative project management

Our team understands what it takes to move human health innovations from idea to impact. With considerable experience in both academia and medical industries, the ODAT team works collaboratively with awardees and experts to guide projects and support successful outcomes. 

Impact

Contact

ODAT Office
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