NIH StrokeNet Clinical Trials and Biomarker Studies for Stroke Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 351647Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the NIH StrokeNet Clinical Trials and Biomarker Studies for Stroke Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention, under a cooperative agreement mechanism (UG3/UH3). This funding opportunity aims to support multi-site exploratory and confirmatory clinical trials, as well as biomarker validation studies, focusing on innovative interventions for stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. The initiative emphasizes collaboration within the NIH StrokeNet infrastructure, which includes coordinating and data management centers to facilitate recruitment and implementation of studies. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by November 19, 2026, and can find additional information and application details at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) inviting applications for NIH StrokeNet Clinical Trials aimed at stroke treatment, recovery, and prevention. Supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), this funding opportunity seeks multi-site exploratory and confirmatory clinical trials alongside biomarker validation studies. Successful applicants will work within the NIH StrokeNet infrastructure, which includes coordinating and data management centers, providing infrastructure for recruitment and implementation of studies. The NOFO utilizes a bi-phasic UG3/UH3 cooperative agreement mechanism, with an initial one-year planning phase followed by a potential six-year implementation phase based on milestone achievement. Applications must detail their project management and milestones, and eligibility includes various organizations and institutions, emphasizing diversity among applicants. Funds are contingent on appropriations, with budgets reflecting the actual needs of proposed projects. The call for proposals aims to advance research in stroke therapeutic innovations, emphasizing collaborative efforts among public and private entities within the NIH StrokeNet network.
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