NIAMS Clinical Trial Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), is offering a funding opportunity for the implementation of interventional clinical trials via the Clinical Trial Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3). This initiative aims to support investigation-driven projects for both single and multi-site trials across all phases, emphasizing the importance of preliminary planning and the completion of necessary approvals before trial execution. The funding opportunity reflects NIAMS' commitment to advancing research in arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases, with grants of up to $250,000 available for the UG3 phase and no specific limit for UH3 project budgets, designed for up to six years of support. Interested applicants can find more information and application details at the provided link, with the application deadline set for March 4, 2027.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), is reissuing a funding opportunity (PAR-25-141) for cooperative agreements aimed at implementing interventional clinical trials. The funding supports investigation-driven projects for both single and multi-site trials across all phases. The initiative emphasizes the completion of preliminary planning prior to application, with the UG3 phase focused on finalizing trial aspects required for initiation, including IRB approvals and site contracts, before transitioning to the UH3 phase for trial execution. Key milestones are integral to both phases, with progress assessments determining future funding eligibility. Grants of up to $250,000 are available for the UG3 phase, with no specific limit for UH3 project budgets, designed for up to six years of support. The document outlines eligibility requirements including various organizations, registration necessities, and application procedures, asserting domestic applicants and multi-site studies must adhere to specific NIH policies. Overall, this opportunity reflects NIAMS' commitment to advancing research in arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases, stressing collaborative efforts and methodological rigor in clinical trials.
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