The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Standardizing Data and Metadata from Wearable Devices (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" aimed at enhancing research capabilities in mental health through improved data standardization from wearable technologies. The initiative seeks to establish universal standards for data from personal tracking devices, similar to the DICOM format used in medical imaging, to facilitate data aggregation and analysis for mental illness biomarkers. Eligible applicants include educational institutions, nonprofits, and government entities, with a project duration of up to four years and a budget reflecting actual needs. The application period opens on May 10, 2025, with proposals due by 5:00 PM local time on June 10, 2026. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.