Unveiling Health and Healthcare Disparities in Non-Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Latin America: Setting the Stage for Better Health Outcomes Across the Hemisphere (R01 - Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
ID: 350576Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/350576

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-303.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Unveiling Health and Healthcare Disparities in Non-Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Latin America," aimed at supporting innovative interdisciplinary research to address health disparities related to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) affecting Latin America and U.S. Hispanic/Latino populations. This initiative encourages proposals that evaluate public health policies and develop measurement tools for conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and mental health, emphasizing collaboration between U.S. and Latin American institutions to understand the sociocultural factors influencing these disparities. The funding opportunity is open to a diverse range of applicants, including educational institutions and community organizations, with an anticipated award period of up to five years. Key application dates begin on January 5, 2024, and interested parties can find more information by contacting NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visiting the official announcement at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-303.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through various NIH components, has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Unveiling Health and Healthcare Disparities in Non-Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Latin America." This initiative, under NOFO PAR-23-303, aims to support innovative interdisciplinary research focused on understanding and addressing health and healthcare disparities in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) impacting Latin America and U.S. Hispanic/Latino populations. It seeks proposals that evaluate public health policies and establish measurements related to conditions like diabetes, cancer, and mental health. The funding opportunity promotes collaborative research between U.S.-based and Latin America-based institutions and emphasizes the importance of understanding the sociocultural contexts influencing health disparities. Eligible applicants encompass a range of educational and governmental organizations, with an anticipated award period of up to five years, contingent on budget and merit. Key dates for application submission begin on January 5, 2024. The overarching goal is to develop effective strategies for improving health outcomes and reducing disparities within these communities through rigorous research and analysis.
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