Funding Opportunities
Areas of Funding and Research
Currently, CIRM is not accepting new applications for any existing Clinical (CLIN), Translational (TRAN), Education (EDUC), or Infrastructure (INFR) opportunities. However, CIRM will accept applications responding to the Foundation Awards (DISC0) Funding Opportunity with a scheduled deadline of April 10, 2025.
All other funding opportunities will remain closed until Spring 2025 as CIRM implements new and refined programs that align with the new Strategic Allocation Framework approved by the CIRM Governing Board on September 26, 2024. Applications that were submitted prior to September 26, 2024, and that advanced to GWG or FWG review will be fully processed and are unaffected by this temporary interruption.
Explore CIRM Funding Programs
Discovery
Supports early-stage basic research that advances the understanding of how genetic therapies work and explores groundbreaking treatments and technologies.
Translational
Advances research to the next level by establishing, supporting, and testing foundational work required for clinical trial applications.
Clinical
Supports clinical-stage research—from late stage preclinical development through clinical trials—that demonstrates promise and scientific excellence.
Education
Provides internship and training opportunities to the next generation of regenerative medicine scientists and technicians needed to advance the field, with support programs in high schools, colleges, and institutions throughout California.
Infrastructure
Builds real and virtual centers that provide the resources, expertise, and information needed to advance CIRM’s mission.
