NINDS Faculty Development Award to Promote Diversity in Neuroscience Research (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

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Discretionary

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Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NINDS Faculty Development Award (K01) to promote diversity in neuroscience research by supporting junior faculty from underrepresented backgrounds. This grant aims to provide financial support for research costs, protected research time, and mentorship for individuals in the first three years of a tenure-track position who are proposing to lead independent clinical trials. The initiative is crucial for enhancing the diversity of the scientific workforce, which is essential for fostering innovation and improving health outcomes. Interested applicants can find more information and apply by September 7, 2027, and should direct inquiries to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a Faculty Development Award (K01) through the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to promote diversity in neuroscience research. The objective is to support junior faculty from diverse backgrounds to enhance their careers as independent investigators. The K01 award provides financial support for research costs, mentorship, and protected research time. Eligible applicants must be within the first three years of a tenure-track position or have an impending offer for a tenure-track faculty role. This funding opportunity is specifically tailored for candidates who will serve as lead investigators in clinical trials. The application deadlines span from September 2024 to January 2026. Key components of the application include a comprehensive career development plan alongside a research plan that aligns with NINDS priorities. The initiative emphasizes the importance of a diverse scientific workforce to foster innovation and improve health outcomes. Ultimately, recipients are expected to apply for competitive research project grants (R01) to further their independent research trajectories.
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