Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Small Research Grant (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites Small Research Grant (R21) applications to study the ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) of human genetics and genomics. The program supports small research projects, particularly those involving single investigators. Of particular interest are projects proposing normative or conceptual analyses, including focused legal, economic, philosophical, anthropological, or historical analyses of new or emerging issues. Applications may propose studies using either single or mixed methods, with direct involvement of key stakeholders encouraged where appropriate. This mechanism can be used for the collection of preliminary data and secondary analysis of existing data. The program aims to advance understanding of the societal impacts of genetic and genomic research and technologies.