The Intersection of Sex and Gender Influences on Health and Disease (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 344051Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $350K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the R01 Clinical Trial Optional grant titled "The Intersection of Sex and Gender Influences on Health and Disease." This funding opportunity aims to enhance understanding of how sex and gender differences impact health outcomes, particularly through research that examines these factors in relation to disease prevention, treatment outcomes, and health disparities among underrepresented populations. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address critical gaps in biomedical research and clinical practice, with a total funding allocation of approximately $3 million and individual awards capped at $350,000 per year for a maximum of four years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by November 22, 2024, and can direct inquiries to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting applications for research on the intersection of sex and gender in health and disease through the R01 Research Project Grant mechanism (RFA-OD-22-028). The funding opportunity is led by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and involves multiple institutes, including the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). The purpose is to enhance understanding of how sex and gender differences impact health outcomes, addressing critical gaps in knowledge that can influence biomedical research and clinical practice. Applications must assess sex-based and gender-based variables, exploring areas like disease prevention, treatment outcomes, and health disparities, particularly among underrepresented populations. The initiative encourages interdisciplinary collaborations and recognizes the necessity of rigorous studies that inform the NIH Strategic Plan for Women's Health Research. A total of approximately $3 million will be allocated, with awards capped at $350,000 per year over a maximum four-year project period. Overall, this funding opportunity emphasizes the importance of integrating sex and gender considerations in health research, paving the way for personalized and evidence-based healthcare approaches for diverse populations.
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