NIH T32 Grants — Institutional Research Training Grant
Reviewed by Dr. Meng ZhaoLast reviewed June 9, 2026Data refreshed September 5, 2026Editorial standards
Institution-administered predoc/postdoc training program
Funding
NRSA stipends + tuition for trainees
Duration
5 years (renewable)
Eligibility
Awarded to institutions; trainees apply through the program
Activity code
T32
What is the NIH T32 grant?
The T32 is the NIH institutional research training grant. The institution receives the award and uses it to recruit predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees into a structured training program (a "T32 slot"). Trainees apply to the institutional program, not directly to NIH.
Recent T32 awards from NIH RePORTER
Examples of funded T32 projects across the last two fiscal years. The matching-award count comes from the full result set; funding totals, averages, rankings, and examples use the first 500 records returned by NIH RePORTER. Figures reflect a snapshot last refreshed on September 5, 2026.
Example T32 projects from the sample
PhD Training Program in Virology and Gene Therapy
5T32AI132165-09ROBERTO CATTANEO · MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER, MN · $142,661 · awarded Aug 27, 2026 · NIHProject Summary Unifying scientific principles in the life sciences continue to be discovered in viral systems. Gene therapy and oncolytic virotherapy depend on viral vectors. Awareness that a deep understanding of fundamental virology is necessary for the development of gene therapy led to the foundation of the Virology and Gene Therapy (VGT) track of Mayo…
Training Program in Molecular and Translational Visual Sciences
5T32EY037212-02WILLIAM BRUNKEN · UPSTATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, NY · $220,944 · awarded Aug 25, 2026 · NIHProgram Summary (Abstract) This proposal seeks to fund a new training program in Molecular and Translational Visual Sciences (MTVS) at Upstate Medical University (UMU). The goal of the program is to train young research scientists in understanding and investigating important questions related to the biology and pathobiology of the visual system. The foci…
Training Program for Applied Research and Development in Genomic Medicine
5T32HG008958-09Larisa Cavallari · UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, FL · $592,755 · awarded Aug 25, 2026 · NIHABSTRACT Healthcare professionals, genomic scientists, and numerous other stakeholders are embracing advances in healthcare, with an increasing frequency being delivered through approaches that employ genomics to improve care and patient outcomes. To ensure that we can continue to expand upon and deliver the full potential of such an approach requires a…
Research Training in Hematology
5T32HL007899-28Jane Churpek · UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON, WI · $464,318 · awarded Aug 24, 2026 · NIHOur training program brings together twenty-three faculty members from ten departments to focus on two areas of broad importance for hematology and human disease: vascular biology/inflammation and hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) biology/bone marrow transplantation (BMT). The primary goal is to train M.D. and Ph.D. scientists in a multi-disciplinary…
Infectious Disease Training in Clinical Investigation
2T32AI055433-21David Boulware · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, MN · $300,743 · awarded Aug 21, 2026 · NIHAbstract This T32 training program, which is closely associated with the University of Minnesota adult infectious diseases physician fellowship program, is designed to prepare MD, MD/PhD, and other post- doctoral trainees for successful careers as clinical, epidemiological, and translational investigators in infectious diseases. There is a focus on emerging…
Training Program in Hematology
5T32HL007525-42ROBERT BRODSKY · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, MD · $186,701 · awarded Aug 20, 2026 · NIHThe primary objective of the Training Program in Hematology, which will complete its 40th year of funding in 2024, is to train MD, MD/PhD, and PhD postdoctoral fellows interested in adult hematology for careers in academic medicine and biomedical research. Johns Hopkins Hematology is among the largest free-standing adult hematology programs in the nation.…
Multidisciplinary Research Training in Gerontology
5T32AG000037-48JENNIFER AILSHIRE · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, CA · $700,742 · awarded Aug 19, 2026 · NIHAbstract The USC Multidisciplinary Research Training Program in Gerontology provides predoctoral and postdoctoral training using a multidisciplinary approach that considers aging from all levels, including cellular, brain systems, psychology, society, economics, and policy. Trainees become expert in one aspect of aging while also learning about the theory…
Skeletal Disorders Training Program
5T32AR060719-15Roberto Civitelli · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, MO · $335,822 · awarded Aug 17, 2026 · NIHWashington University School of Medicine and the affiliated Barnes-Jewish Hospital have a 40-year tradition of excellence in musculoskeletal research, patient care, education and training. In 2011, the Skeletal Disorders Training Program (SDTP) was established under the leadership of Dr. Roberto Civitelli, with the purpose of training the next generation of…
Regenerative Musculoskeletal Medicine Training Program
5T32AR059033-17John Adams · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES, CA · $305,774 · awarded Aug 14, 2026 · NIHAbstract The objective of this renewal application is to support years 16-20 of our current NIAMS T32, “Regenerative Musculoskeletal Medicine Training Program”, now in its 13th year. Under the astute guidance of our External Advisory Board (last meeting May 1,2024), the rationale for our T32 is to provide annually six (5 from the grant) multidisciplinary…
Training Program in Molecular Hematology
5T32HL116324-13NANCY BERLINER · BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL, MA · $847,948 · awarded Aug 13, 2026 · NIHProject Summary Basic and translational research in hematology has been at the cutting edge of recent advances in our understanding of the molecular pathophysiology of disease for decades. This T32 grant, for which we request renewal, was submitted 5 years ago to replace the former Harvard Medical School Training Program in Molecular Hematology, which had a…
The Molecular and Cellular Basis of Infectious Diseases (MCBID) Program
2T32AI007417-31Arturo Casadevall · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, MD · $399,237 · awarded Aug 12, 2026 · NIHProject Summary This competitive renewal application requests funding to continue our Molecular and Cellular Basis of Infectious Diseases (MCBID) program. Funding is requested for 8 PhD students selected from a large pool of highly qualified applicants. The training program is uniquely situated in the Molecular Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) Department…
Cardiology and Pulmonary Clinical Research Training Program
5T32HL007891-29Jason Christie · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, PA · $655,640 · awarded Aug 12, 2026 · NIHPROJECT SUMMARY The Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics (DBEI) in collaboration with the Departments of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine propose to continue and enhance an innovative, rigorous, and successful two- to three-year research training program for clinicians in both…
Funding institutes in the sample
| Institute | Awards | Funding |
|---|---|---|
| NIH | 500 | $201.0M |
Most frequent institutions in the sample
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — 24 awards
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA — 22 awards
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — 21 awards
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — 20 awards
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — 16 awards
- UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON — 15 awards
- WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — 13 awards
- UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER — 12 awards
Source: NIH RePORTER. Verify any award in the official record by searching its project number. See our data methodology for how this sample is built and its limitations.
Decision guide
Choose T32 when
For trainees, T32 slots are an alternative to F31/F32 — they pay NRSA stipends and offer structured training. Many trainees move from a T32 slot to an individual F31/F32 mid-program.
Choose another mechanism when
T32 slots are subject to institutional priorities and are not portable. If you want award flexibility, target F31/F32.
Who applies for T32
For trainees: you apply to the institutional T32 program (typically through your department or training program). For institutions: a senior PI assembles a team of mentors and applies to NIH for the T32 award itself.
Compare nearby NIH grant mechanisms
Searchers often land on T32 while deciding between adjacent NIH activity codes. Compare scope, NIH staff involvement, budget scale, and applicant stage before choosing a funding opportunity.
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T32 frequently asked questions
What is the difference between T32 and F32?
T32 is awarded to the institution that runs a training program. F32 is awarded directly to an individual postdoc. Trainees on a T32 slot still receive NRSA pay, but you apply to the program, not directly to NIH.
Can international students/postdocs hold a T32 slot?
Generally no — T32 slots typically require US citizenship or permanent residency, like F31/F32.