HEAL Initiative: Understanding Individual Differences in Human Pain Conditions (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Income Security and Social Services

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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 a funding opportunity through the HEAL Initiative titled "Understanding Individual Differences in Human Pain Conditions" (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional). This initiative aims to support research that explores the diverse factors influencing chronic pain, emphasizing a holistic approach to enhance personalized pain management strategies. The program encourages multidisciplinary research that collects clinical and preclinical data to model inter-individual differences in pain and related comorbidities, including mental health and substance use issues, while actively involving patients and caregivers in the research process. Approximately $4 million is anticipated for up to four awards, with applications due by February 6, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-NS-24-021.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the NIH's HEAL Initiative, has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Understanding Individual Differences in Human Pain Conditions." The goal is to support research aimed at understanding the diverse factors influencing chronic pain among individuals, emphasizing 'Whole Person Health' to enhance personalized pain management strategies. The initiative seeks multidisciplinary approaches to gather clinical and preclinical data for evidence-based modeling of inter-individual pain differences and related comorbidities, including mental health and substance use issues. Applications are encouraged to involve stakeholders such as patients and caregivers to ensure relevance and efficacy. Funding of approximately $4 million is anticipated for up to four awards, with applications due by specified dates between 2023 and 2025. Eligibility extends to various institutions, organizations, and individuals equipped to conduct the proposed research. Applicants must subscribe to rigorous standards of research integrity, transparency, and data-sharing policies, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of pain conditions, ultimately leading towards effective, individualized pain management solutions. The initiative represents a critical component of NIH's commitment to addressing the ongoing opioid crisis and improving pain care across diverse populations.
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