Grant Programs to Support Development of Medical Products for Rare Diseases
FDA Office of Orphan Products Development (OOPD)
OOPD administers Congressionally mandated grant programs to encourage development of new medical products for rare diseases and conditions.
OOPD Rare Disease Grants Programs
Clinical Trials Grants Program
Since 1983, this Orphan Products Grants Program has funded rare disease clinical trials that have helped facilitate approval of more than 85 medical products.
Natural History Studies Grants Program
An Orphan Products Grants Program, to help address significant unmet medical needs for patients with rare diseases.
Rare Neurodegenerative Disease Grants Program
Helps meet critical medical product development needs for people with rare neurodegenerative diseases, including ALS.
Information for Grant Applicants
Current Funding Opportunities
Find information about rare disease research funding opportunities and how to apply.
FAQs for Grant Applicants
Frequently asked questions for clinical trials and natural history studies grant applicants.
Resources for Applicants and Grantees
Find educational webinars and videos, and other helpful information.
OOPD Grants Contact Information
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