Multisite Clinical Research: Leveraging Network Infrastructure to Advance Research for Women, Children, Pregnant and Lactating Individuals, and Persons with Disabilities (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 344665Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/344665

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-037.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Multisite Clinical Research: Leveraging Network Infrastructure to Advance Research for Women, Children, Pregnant and Lactating Individuals, and Persons with Disabilities" (PAR-23-037). This initiative aims to support multisite clinical trials and observational studies that utilize the NICHD Clinical Research Networks, focusing on enhancing the rigor of research protocols, promoting diverse population involvement, and facilitating data sharing and access to biospecimens. The opportunity is particularly significant for advancing research in maternal and child health and disabilities, emphasizing collaboration between investigators and existing NICHD infrastructure. Applications are accepted until May 8, 2026, and interested parties can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has issued a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) entitled "Multisite Clinical Research: Leveraging Network Infrastructure to Advance Research for Women, Children, Pregnant and Lactating Individuals, and Persons with Disabilities" (PAR-23-037). The primary aim is to support multisite clinical trials and observational studies utilizing the NICHD Clinical Research Networks to advance research in maternal and child health and disabilities. Key objectives include enhancing the rigor of protocols, promoting diverse population involvement, and ensuring data sharing and access to biospecimens. Applications must undergo a pre-application process starting with a Letter of Inquiry, followed by a detailed Concept Proposal, ultimately leading to a multi-Principal Investigator grant application. The FOA emphasizes diverse participation in research, adherence to NICHD guiding principles, and collaboration between investigators and existing NICHD infrastructure. Submissions are open until May 8, 2026, with specific deadlines for the application process. The announcement encourages the integration of underrepresented populations and establishes key milestones for project progression. The FOA underscores the NICHD's commitment to advancing effective and equitable research through cooperative agreements, ensuring substantial Federal involvement in selected projects.
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