KUH U24 Center Coordinating Hub (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The KUH U24 Center Coordinating Hub opportunity is a forecasted federal funding initiative issued by the National Institutes of Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Specifically aligned with the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases mission, this program supports collaborative infrastructure for advancing research in kidney, urology, and hematology diseases. The initiative is designed to establish Center Coordinating Hubs that function as central nodes within a broader national network of funded research centers. These hubs are expected to facilitate coordination, communication, and resource sharing across participating institutions. The primary purpose of the funding is to enhance the development and dissemination of research resources that can accelerate scientific discovery and improve health outcomes in KUH-related disease areas. These resources may include datasets, biological reagents, experimental models, analytical tools, shared services, and specialized expertise. The hubs are expected to ensure that such resources are accessible not only within the funded network but also to the broader scientific community, thereby amplifying the impact of federally funded research investments. Funding will be provided through a cooperative agreement mechanism, indicating substantial involvement from the funding agency in project oversight and coordination. While specific funding amounts are not provided in the forecast, the program anticipates making approximately five awards. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the financial barrier to entry for eligible applicants. Allowable uses of funds are expected to align with standard NIH cooperative agreement guidelines, supporting coordination activities, infrastructure development, and dissemination efforts rather than direct clinical trial execution, which is explicitly not allowed under this opportunity. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad and inclusive, encompassing a wide range of organizational types. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, small and large for-profit organizations, state and local governments, tribal governments and organizations, school districts, and public housing authorities. Additional eligible entities include federal agencies, regional organizations, and faith-based or community-based organizations. This wide eligibility scope reflects the collaborative and infrastructure-focused nature of the program. The application process is expected to follow standard NIH submission procedures through Grants.gov, although specific application components are not detailed in the forecast. Applicants should anticipate preparing comprehensive proposals that describe coordination strategies, resource development plans, governance structures, and mechanisms for collaboration and dissemination. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on scientific merit, coordination effectiveness, infrastructure capability, and potential for broad impact within the KUH research community. The timeline indicates that this is a forecasted opportunity, with an estimated posting date of December 1, 2026, and an application due date of January 30, 2027. Awards are expected to be announced around November 1, 2027, with project start dates anticipated for December 1, 2027. As a forecasted notice, applicants are encouraged to begin early planning and engagement to prepare competitive submissions once the full funding announcement is released. No recurring cycle is explicitly stated, and future availability of this opportunity will depend on agency priorities and funding allocations.