46452f38_ected_Medical_Research_Program__Key_Mechanism_Elements
[Award Mechanism] Idea Development Award [Eligibility] Investigators at or above the level of Assistant Professor (or equivalent) [Funding] Maximum funding of $750,000 in total costs (direct plus indirect costs) Period of performance up to 3 years [Key Mechanism Elements] 
Supports conceptually innovative, high-risk/high-gain research Emphasis on Innovation and Military Benefit Preliminary data are not required Clinical trials are not allowed Preproposal submission is required; application submission is by invitation only
Press Release: FY14 Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program, Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program
Key Mechanism Elements