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Objective

CIRM’s workforce and training development programs are designed to address the evolving demands of the regenerative medicine industry by filling in gaps in the workforce and building a sustainable workforce pipeline.

Explore Funding Opportunities

The EDUC8 awards support training programs that prepare undergraduate through master’s-level students for career-entry roles in regenerative medicine by providing relevant coursework, hands-on internships, and career-focused mentoring.Download the EDUC8 Program Announcement (PA) for more details regarding eligibility, review criteria, and application information:

Application forms will be available in late 2026 and due in April 2027. Consultation requests are available now.

EDUC8 Award Informational Resources:

To Submit an Application:

Log in with your existing CIRM Username and Password. If you do not have a Username, click on the “New User” link and follow the instructions to Create a CIRM Username and password.

Select the tab labeled “Open Programs” under the section labeled “RFAs and Programs Open for Applications,” click on the “Start a Grant Application” link for your selected program.

Click on the appropriate link and follow the posted instructions. Proposal templates can be located and submitted under the “Uploads” section.

Click on the “Done with Application” button. The “Done with Application” button will be enabled when all the mandatory sections have been completed. Please note that once this has been selected, you will no longer be able to make changes to your application.

Select the tab labeled “Your Applications” and check the table under the section labeled “Your Submitted Applications.” You will see your application number and project title listed once the submission process has been completed.