Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPOREs) in Cancer Health Disparities and Minority Health (CHD-MH) (U54 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 353241Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353241

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-CA-24-020.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity for the Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPOREs) in Cancer Health Disparities and Minority Health (CHD-MH), aimed at establishing a network of multidisciplinary, multi-institutional research initiatives. The program seeks to advance translational research focused on improving prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer in underserved populations, particularly addressing significant health disparities. With an estimated funding amount of $80 million to support approximately four awards, each SPORE must include a minimum of three research projects targeting human endpoints, along with an Administrative Core and Shared Resources Cores. Interested applicants should note that the application submission opens on August 26, 2024, and the close date is September 26, 2024. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-CA-24-020.html.

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    RFA-CA-24-020.html
    The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is seeking applications for the U54 Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPOREs) focused on Cancer Health Disparities and Minority Health (CHD-MH). This funding opportunity aims to establish a network of multidisciplinary, multi-institutional SPOREs dedicated to advancing translational research that addresses cancer in underserved populations. Projects should emphasize improved prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of various cancer types, particularly those demonstrating significant health disparities. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, nonprofits, and government entities, with funding totaling approximately $80 million to support an estimated four awards. Each SPORE requires a minimum of three research projects targeting human endpoints, complemented by an Administrative Core, Shared Resources Cores, and a Developmental Research Program. The application process includes strict adherence to administrative guidelines and the submission of letters of intent, with a focus on engaging community advocates and demonstrating successful collaborations. Key dates include an application submission open date of August 26, 2024, with a project period of up to five years. Overall, this initiative aims to bolster research capacity around cancer disparities, promote collaboration, and enhance translational research methodologies in underrepresented communities.
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