Research Project Grants (RPGs)
Average award amount of select Research Project Grants - R37
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Data:
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Year | Average amount | Median | 1998 | $319,000 | $314,365 | 1999 | $351,394 | $333,584 | 2000 | $374,819 | $352,435 | 2001 | $383,192 | $360,155 | 2002 | $410,169 | $380,000 | 2003 | $416,598 | $383,649 | 2004 | $423,598 | $392,623 | 2005 | $444,552 | $390,000 | 2006 | $439,414 | $407,000 | 2007 | $437,603 | $397,750 |
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Description:
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R37 (Method to Extend Research in Time; MERIT) awards provide long-term support to a limited number of investigators who are likely to continue to perform in an outstanding manner. The initial 5-year award may be followed by a 3- to 5-year extension. Awardees are selected by NIH staff and advisors.
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