Initiative to Maximize Research Education in Genomics: Diversity Action Plan (R25 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
ID: 350036Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $325K

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/350036

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-22-268.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Initiative to Maximize Research Education in Genomics: Diversity Action Plan (R25 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)" aimed at enhancing research education in genomics, particularly for individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds in biomedical and behavioral sciences. This initiative seeks to support the development of skill-building courses and mentored research experiences for undergraduate and post-baccalaureate trainees, thereby promoting career pathways in genome sciences and related fields. The program emphasizes the importance of a diverse genomics workforce to address contemporary research challenges and includes a budget of up to $325,000 in direct costs annually, with a total award period not exceeding five years. Interested applicants must submit a letter of intent and adhere to multiple submission deadlines, with the final closing date set for January 27, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued a funding opportunity titled "Initiative to Maximize Research Education in Genomics: Diversity Action Plan (R25 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)." This program aims to enhance research education activities in genomics, with a specific focus on supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups underrepresented in biomedical and behavioral sciences. The funding encourages the development of skill-building courses and mentored research experiences for undergraduate and post-baccalaureate trainees, promoting career pathways in genome sciences and related fields. Key programmatic elements include summer, semester, or academic year research opportunities and courses for skills development. Applicants must provide evidence of institutional support, a capable program director, and experienced faculty mentors. The total award period may not exceed five years, with a budget of up to $325,000 in direct costs annually. Applications will be peer-reviewed based on the significance, investigator capabilities, innovation, and overall approach to recruiting and retaining diverse participants. This initiative aligns with NIH's broader goal of fostering a diverse, well-trained research workforce capable of tackling contemporary challenges in genomics, thereby ensuring the future of biomedical research. The application process begins with a letter of intent and has multiple submission deadlines through January 2025.
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