April 2, 2025
NIH: Delays Common Forms Implementation
NIH is postponing the May 25, 2025 implementation of the Common Forms for the Biographical Sketch Common Form and the Current and Pending (Other) Support.
Please continue to use the current NIH Biosketch and Other Support format pages for applications, Just-in-Time (JIT) and RPPRs.
While NIH has delayed its implementation of the Common Forms, it does not minimize the importance of understanding current requirements.
In general, always use a sponsor’s current guidance and instructions found in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
For instance, an agency may require research security training for all covered individuals and/or require key personnel to confirm they are not involved with a Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program (MFTRP) even before adopting the Common Forms. There may also be additional scrutiny placed on proposals with foreign involvement, as well.