Resource and Capacity Building to Advance the Science of Aggression across Species and Disciplines (R24 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 359820Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $6

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Resource and Capacity Building to Advance the Science of Aggression across Species and Disciplines," aimed at enhancing research on aggressive behavior mechanisms. This initiative seeks to foster collaboration across various disciplines, including neuroscience, psychology, and criminology, to develop innovative research methodologies and tools that can bridge gaps between animal and human studies. With an estimated total program funding of $1.5 million and an award ceiling of $6 million, this opportunity encourages small businesses to prepare for future applications, with key dates including an estimated synopsis post date of October 17, 2025, and a close date of January 16, 2026. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Kristin Brethel-Haurwitz at 301-402-3930 or via email at Kristin.brethel-haurwitz@nih.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristin Brethel-Haurwitz Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research
    (301) 402-3930
    Kristin.brethel-haurwitz@nih.gov
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