NIDCR Prospective Observational or Biomarker Validation Study Cooperative Agreement
ID: 359946Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359946
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is announcing a forthcoming opportunity for a cooperative agreement focused on prospective observational or biomarker validation studies through the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). This initiative aims to solicit applications for studies that involve the prospective collection or continued analysis of data and biospecimens, with an emphasis on well-designed clinical studies that can enhance understanding and improve dental, oral, and craniofacial health. Such studies are crucial for assessing exposure and its relationship to disease development, as well as validating biomarkers for diagnosis and treatment response. While applications are not currently being accepted, interested investigators are encouraged to prepare collaborative proposals in anticipation of the opportunity, which is expected to be formally announced in November 2025, with a closing date for submissions in February 2026. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Dr. Lorena Baccaglini at lorena.baccaglini@nih.gov or by phone at 301-435-7908.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lorena Baccaglini, DDS, MS, PhD National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
    (301) 435-7908
    lorena.baccaglini@nih.gov
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