Translational Methods Pilot Grant

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The TM-Pilot Program supports the development of novel methods and innovative technologies for clinical and translational medicine to address translational science roadblocks. This includes the development of new assays, methods, software, technologies and animal models which are not currently available to the CU Anschutz campus and CCTSI affiliated institutions. 

Applications with two co-PIs, one for technology development and another for a scientific application, are especially encouraged to ensure future application and dissemination of newly developed technologies.

The TM-Pilot Request for Funding (RFA) is issued in August, applications due in November and awards are selected in February. The active funding period is May through April. Exact dates are listed in the Key Dates section of this page.

TM-Pilot Award Categories

Increased award amount this year!

  • General Translational Methods Awards - $30,000
  • Biostatistics/Bioinformatics Awards - $30,000
  • Colorado State University (CSU) Investigator Awards - $30,000

Request for Applications (RFA)

The RFA describes eligibility, award categories and application requirements.

The window for applying for funding has ended. Please check back in August 2023 for the next cycle.

Information & Resources

Key Dates

RFA Posted
August 1, 2022

Intent to Apply Form Due
September 26, 2022 at 5:00 pm MT

Informational Call #1
Wednesday, August 24, 2022: 2:00 - 3:00 pm MT
Join via Zoom
(346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 941 5257 7911

CCTSI Pilot Grant Program Overview

Informational Call #2

Wednesday, October 19, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm MT
Join via Zoom
(346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 926 7061 8857

Application Due
November 7, 2022, 5:00 pm MT

Scientific Merit Review
January 2023

Earliest Selection Notice
February 15, 2023

Start of Award
May 1, 2023

Award Expiration Date
April 30, 2024

Translational Methods Pilot Program Questions

Natalie Serkova, PhD
Translational Methods Pilot Program Chair
303-724-1086

CCTSI Pilot Program Coordinator

Kristen House
720-848-6691

Email Pilot Grant Program