The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Seeks Industry Partners for Clinical Research Collaborations on Therapeutics, Diagnostics or Devices for Childhood Cholestatic Liver Diseases
ID: RFA-DK-23-017_RFA-DK-23-018Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NICHDBETHESDA, MD, 20817, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

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MEDICAL- OTHER (Q999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c7b47e26151e40f38804ba34321b7179/view
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    Description

    The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is seeking industry partners for clinical research collaborations focused on therapeutics, diagnostics, or devices for childhood cholestatic liver diseases. The initiative aims to engage collaborators in providing novel therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools for use in NIH-sponsored multi-center clinical trials targeting conditions such as biliary atresia and alpha-one antitrypsin deficiency, among others. This collaboration is critical for advancing research and improving clinical outcomes for children suffering from these rare liver diseases. Interested organizations must submit a Capability Statement detailing their proposed solutions and capabilities, with no funding provided by NIDDK for this opportunity. For inquiries, contact Edward Doo at dooe@niddk.nih.gov or Katrina Loh at katrina.loh@nih.gov.

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