This opportunity funds research projects that screen, functionally validate, and characterize genetic variants associated with human congenital anomalies. Applicants are encouraged to use public genomic databases and apply in-silico tools, animal models, or in vitro systems to determine the functional effects of variants on phenotypes. The initiative addresses the critical gap between variant identification and understanding their biological impact.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of U.S. institutions such as public and private higher education institutions, state and local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations excluding small businesses. Specific eligibility details are provided in the full announ
