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FDA Opens MUMS Grant Applications for FY2025: $250,000 Grants for Uncommon Disease Treatments

FDA Opens MUMS Grant Applications for FY2025: $250,000 Grants for Uncommon Disease Treatments

 

The FDA has announced the opening of grant applications for the Minor Use and Minor Species (MUMS) grant program for the fiscal year 2025. This initiative supports the development of drugs for rare diseases in animals or for species with limited treatment options.

 

Key Details



 

Grant Amount: Up to $250,000 per year

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

Purpose: To fund the development of drugs for:

        •        Treating uncommon diseases in major animal species (e.g., cattle, horses, dogs, cats).

        •        Treating diseases in minor species (e.g., sheep, goats, fish).

 

Program Objectives

 

The MUMS program aims to address unmet medical needs for conditions that are not commercially viable for traditional drug development. By offering financial support, the FDA encourages pharmaceutical innovations for underserved animal populations.

 

How to Apply

 

        1.        Visit the FDA’s MUMS Program page: FDA MUMS Grants.

        2.        Review eligibility requirements and submission guidelines.

        3.        Submit a complete grant proposal by January 31, 2025.

 

Steps for Veterinary Practices and Researchers

 

        1.        Identify conditions in need of new treatment options within your practice or research focus.

        2.        Collaborate with industry partners or research institutions to strengthen your application.

        3.        Plan your submission early to meet the deadline.

 

Learn More

 

For detailed application guidance, visit the FDA’s CVM Update page: FDA CVM Updates.

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