We invite investigators to apply for funding through our biomedical technology optimization and dissemination (BTOD) program (PAR-23-110). This initiative supports the creation of BTOD centers dedicated to optimizing and broadly disseminating state-of-the-art, mission-relevant, late-stage technologies to both experts and nonexperts in biomedical research.

BTOD centers are built around three tightly integrated components (refer to diagram):

• Technology optimization projects
• Driving biomedical projects
• Community engagement

Technologies of interest span a wide range of fields, including but not limited to analytical biochemistry, high-throughput biochemical methods, chemical synthesis, advanced spatial omics, microscopy (e.g., cryo-electron tomography/microscopy), optical imaging (e.g., super-resolution), structural biology, molecular biology, cell manipulation, computational methods, and computational modeling of molecular and biological systems.

2025 application receipt dates: January 28 and May 28

Please note that resubmission and renewal applications are not allowed.

The BTOD webpage provides more information and FAQs about the program and currently funded centers. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to reach out to Alvin Yeh and Carolina Salvador Morales at least 12 weeks prior to the application due dates to discuss the suitability of a proposed project for the program. Please feel free to send general inquiries to the BTOD mailbox.