DoD Reconstructive Transplant, Qualitative Research Validation and Implementation Award
ID: 356098Type: Posted
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Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA (DOD-AMRAA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRAA), is offering the FY24 Reconstructive Transplant Qualitative Research Validation and Implementation Award, aimed at enhancing vascularized composite allotransplantation (VCA) for service members and veterans with severe injuries. This grant supports research focused on validating previously developed resources related to VCA decision-making and quality of life, as well as investigating effective methods for disseminating these resources into clinical practice. With a total funding amount of $500,000 available for a single award over a maximum period of three years, the application process involves a two-step submission, including a pre-application and a full application. Interested applicants can reach out to the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org for further assistance, with the application deadline set for October 23, 2024.

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    The Department of Defense (DOD) is funding the FY24 Reconstructive Transplant Qualitative Research Validation and Implementation Award through the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs. This initiative aims to support research that enhances vascularized composite allotransplantation (VCA) to improve outcomes for service members and veterans with severe injuries. The program encourages applications that address one or both qualitative research focus areas: the validation of previously developed resources related to VCA decision-making and quality of life, and research on effective dissemination of these resources into clinical practice. Eligibility extends to a wide range of organizations and independent investigators, with a maximum grant amount of $500,000 over three years. Applications follow a two-step submission process, including a pre-application and a full application. The review process includes a peer evaluation of the technical merit and programmatic relevance. Ultimately, this funding opportunity aims to advance reconstructive transplant practices and improve quality of life for patients by validating and implementing impactful research findings.
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