DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award
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Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Mentored Clinical Research Award (MCRA) supports patient-oriented vision injury research conducted by highly motivated military or civilian clinicians in training. The MCRA may be used to support a standalone study of high impact to vision injury care or the generation of clinical research data in preparation for a more expansive study. Research must align with at least one of the FY26 VRP Focus Areas. The MCRA may not be used to support preclinical research or clinical trials. Distinctive Features: · Key personnel must include an established clinician or Ph. D. clinical scientist, who will serve as Principal Investigator (PI) and a clinician in training (e. g., a fellow, resident, junior clinician, clinician in a Ph. D. program), who will conduct the proposed research under mentorship of the PI, with support from supporting personnel as appropriate. · The clinician in training should have sufficient time remaining in their training program to complete the research proposed under the MCRA. · Scored peer review criteria include Research Idea/Rationale, Research Strategy and Feasibility, Impact and Personnel. · Programmatic review criteria include adherence to the intent of the MCRA, contribution to program portfolio, relative impact and relevance to military health. · Applicants must submit documentation of Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Ethics Committee (EC) approval or exemption by January 1, 2027, in order.
The DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award (MCRA) is a federal grant program designed to support patient-oriented vision injury research conducted by military or civilian clinicians in training. This award is ideal for highly motivated clinicians pursuing fellowships, residencies, or doctoral programs who want to advance vision injury care through rigorous clinical research. The program funds either standalone high-impact vision injury studies or preliminary clinical research data collection to support larger future studies. Importantly, research must align with FY26 Vision Research Program Focus Areas and cannot support preclinical research or clinical trials. The MCRA features a distinctive mentorship model where clinicians in training conduct proposed research under the supervision of an established clinician or Ph.D. clinical scientist serving as Principal Investigator. This structure ensures quality research oversight while developing the next generation of vision injury researchers. The program emphasizes clinical relevance and practical impact on military health and vision care practices. Applicants should have sufficient time remaining in their training programs to complete their proposed research. This award represents a valuable opportunity for early-career clinicians seeking to establish their clinical research credentials while addressing critical gaps in vision injury management and treatment.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 10, 2026
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by cycle
Deadline
2026-09-10
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Military and civilian clinicians in training conducting patient-oriented vision injury research
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award?
Eligible applicants include military and civilian clinicians in training (such as fellows, residents, junior clinicians, or clinicians in Ph.D. programs) who will conduct the research under mentorship of an established clinician or Ph.D. clinical scientist serving as Principal Investigator. Clinicians in training must have sufficient time remaining in their training program to complete the proposed research. For detailed eligibility requirements and any additional qualifications, visit the official Department of War (DoW) grant website.
How much funding does DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award provide?
Specific funding amounts are not publicly specified for this grant cycle. Award amounts may vary based on research scope and institutional factors. Contact the DoW Vision Research Program directly or consult the official grant announcement for current funding details and budget limitations.
How do I apply for DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award?
Applications are submitted through the official DoW grants portal. All applicants must submit documentation of Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Ethics Committee (EC) approval or exemption by January 1, 2027. The application deadline for FY26 is September 10, 2026. Visit the official DoW Vision Research Program website for detailed application instructions, required forms, and submission procedures.
What can DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award funding be used for?
Funding supports patient-oriented vision injury research that aligns with FY26 Vision Research Program Focus Areas. The award may fund standalone high-impact vision injury studies or clinical research data generation to prepare for larger, more expansive studies. The MCRA cannot be used to support preclinical research or clinical trials. Research must have direct clinical relevance to vision injury care and military health outcomes.
Last updated: July 5, 2026