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Information about the NIH Public Access Policy is now available here on this site. Learn More.

Now Available: List of NIH activity codes subject to the DMS Policy

The DMS Policy applies to all research that generates scientific data, including:

Research Projects
Some Career Development Awards (Ks)
Small Business SBIR/STTR
Research Centers

The DMS Policy does not apply to research and other activities that do not generate scientific data, including:

Training (T)
Fellowships (Fs)
Construction (C06)
Conference Grants (R13)
Resource (Gs)
Research-Related Infrastructure Programs (e.g., S06)

Be sure to check out our complete list of NIH activity codes subject to the DMS Policy as well as your Funding Opportunity Announcement to determine if the DMS Policy applies to your application.