Mechanism for Time-Sensitive Drug Abuse Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 335547Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $275K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/335547

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-22-027.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Mechanism for Time-Sensitive Drug Abuse Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at supporting pilot and exploratory research addressing urgent issues related to substance use. This initiative focuses on five priority areas, including responses to sudden spikes in drug abuse, emerging marijuana trends, and time-sensitive opportunities in health care and justice systems, necessitating an expedited review process for applications. The funding amount is capped at $275,000 over a two-year period, with applications due by January 14, 2025. Eligible applicants include a diverse range of organizations, and inquiries can be directed to the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and particularly the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced the funding opportunity titled "Mechanism for Time-Sensitive Drug Abuse Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)”. This initiative supports pilot and exploratory research that addresses urgent and emerging issues related to substance use, including spikes in drug abuse and the implications of public health emergencies such as the opioid crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is provided for research that is time-sensitive, requiring an expedited review process, with applications due by January 13, 2025, for projects with a maximum budget of $275,000 over two years. Eligible applicants include various organizations, such as higher education institutions, nonprofits, and local governments. The application process necessitates adherence to strict guidelines regarding research methodology, participant inclusion, and data sharing. The overarching goal is to strengthen the response to urgent drug-related issues through partnerships between researchers and community organizations while enhancing the understanding of evolving contexts in health care and justice systems. This FOA represents NIH’s commitment to addressing pressing public health challenges through innovative research collaborations.
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