Instructions & Forms
Cycle 8 Key Dates
- March 2 ~ March 25, 2026: Letters of intent accepted (required)
- March 25 ~ April 15, 2026: Full applications accepted; iPHD application submission portal closes at end of day on April 15, 2026
- July 2026: Earliest anticipated award announcements
Cycle 9 Key Dates
- August 17 ~ September 9, 2026: Letters of intent accepted (required)
- September 9 ~ September 30, 2026: Full applications accepted; iPHD application submission portal closes at end of day on September 30, 2026
- December 2026: Earliest anticipated award announcements
Request for Applications
Download and review the Request for Applications (RFA):
Review the RFA for instructions on the letter of intent (LOI) as well as the full application. Use the form and template below to prepare your LOI and application.
Please note: Though not binding, a letter of intent (LOI) is required. Applications submitted without prior LOI will not be reviewed.
Letter of Intent (LOI)
Please come back on March 2, 2026, to submit a letter of intent (LOI) online from our website. The LOI for Cycle 8 is due on March 25, 2026.
Application Forms & Templates
Application & Data Request Form
Download and complete the Application & Data Request Form (in fillable MS Word).
Research Abstract & Narrative Template
Download the template (in MS Word) and follow the instructions within to prepare your abstract and research narrative. You may delete the instructions portions when the content is ready for submission.
Data Use Agreement Template
Although not required at the time of application, the Data Use Agreement (DUA) provides details on data security and privacy requirements for all applications approved by the iPHD Governing Board.
The DUA, along with IRB documentations, will be required upon approval of project application and prior to data transfer.
Submission Portal
Submission portal will open on March 25, 2026. Full applications for Cycle 8 are due on April 15, 2026.