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2026
My Application Was Scored as “Competitive But Not Discussed” During Review. What Does This Mean?
Last November, NIH implemented emergency modifications to review processes following resumption of activities after the lapse in appropriations. Recognizing that strong applications may fall below a 33% cut off, the middle third of applications in a study section were designated as “competitive but not discussed.”
May 25 (Monday), 2026: NIH Closed for the Federal Holiday
NIH (including help desks) will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 for the federal holiday.
February 16 (Monday), 2026: NIH Closed for the Federal Holiday
NIH (including help desks) will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 for the federal holiday (Washington's Birthday). If a grant application due date falls on a federal holiday, the application deadline is automatically extended to the next business day.
2025
December 24 through 26, 2025 and January 1, 2026: NIH Closed for the Federal Holidays
NIH, including help desks, will be closed for the federal holidays on December 24, 25, and 26, 2025 (Wednesday through Friday for Christmas) and January 1, 2026 (Thursday for New Year's Day). If a grant application due date falls on a federal holiday, the application deadline is automatically extended to the next business day.
December 25 (Thursday), 2025: NIH Closed for the Federal Holiday
NIH (including help desks) will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025 for the federal holiday (Christmas Day). If a grant application due date falls on a federal holiday, the application deadline is automatically extended to the next business day.
October 13, 2025: NIH Closed for the Federal Holiday
NIH (including help desks) will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 for the federal holiday (Columbus Day). If a grant application due date falls on a federal holiday, the application deadline is automatically extended to the next business day.
Dr. Jon Lorsch Named NIH Deputy Director for Extramural Research
Jon R. Lorsch, Ph.D., has been named NIH Deputy Director for Extramural Research (DDER). He has served in this role in an acting capacity since April 2025, advancing NIH’s efforts to support gold standard science.