Kidney Technology Development Research Education Program (R25 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 353368Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $130K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting proposals for the Kidney Technology Development Research Education Program (R25), aimed at fostering educational initiatives that attract individuals with engineering and quantitative scientific backgrounds to kidney research careers. The program seeks to establish research experiences that promote multidisciplinary teamwork, innovation, and clinical immersion in kidney technology advancements, specifically targeting undergraduate students while allowing for the inclusion of medical and graduate students. This initiative is crucial for addressing challenges in kidney health and aims to fund up to four awards, with a total budget of $300,000 allocated for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Interested applicants must adhere to the submission guidelines and can direct inquiries to grantsinfo@nih.gov, with a closing date for applications set for June 15, 2025.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is announcing a call for proposals through the Kidney Technology Development Research Education Program (R25). This funding opportunity emphasizes educational programs aimed at attracting individuals with engineering and other quantitative scientific backgrounds to kidney research careers. The initiative encourages the development of research experiences that promote multidisciplinary teamwork, innovation, and clinical immersion related to kidney technology advancements. Eligible applicants include various educational institutions and organizations, particularly those serving underrepresented groups. Proposed programs must engage undergraduate students and may include medical and graduate students, focusing on hands-on exposure to kidney-related technologies such as bioengineered tissues and computational approaches for disease treatment. The NIH intends to fund up to four awards, with a budget of $300,000 allocated for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Key elements to consider include a recruitment plan to enhance diversity, clear objectives, and a structured approach to evaluating program effectiveness. Applications must adhere strictly to outlined submission processes and ensure compliance with guidelines to facilitate successful review. This initiative reinforces NIH's commitment to fostering an innovative workforce in biomedical research, particularly in addressing challenges in kidney health.
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