Forecast to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for EmbraceHealth Clinical Research Network to Reduce Health Disparities – Coordinating Center
ID: 359864Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359864
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EmbraceHealth Clinical Research Network, aimed at reducing health disparities through a Coordinating Center. This initiative seeks to establish a robust infrastructure for conducting research that addresses urgent health needs among populations facing health disparities, with a focus on developing and implementing clinical and behavioral interventions. The Coordinating Center will play a crucial role in coordinating research activities, providing biostatistical support, and ensuring data management across multiple sites. Interested applicants, particularly small businesses, can reach out to Dr. Larissa Avilés-Santa at avilessantal@nih.gov or call 301-827-6924 for further information. The estimated synopsis post date is November 28, 2025, with applications expected to close by February 2, 2026, and project start dates anticipated for September 1, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Larissa Avilés-Santa, MD, MPH National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)
    (301) 827-6924
    avilessantal@nih.gov
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