HEAL Initiative: NIH-DOD-VA Pain Management Collaboratory Pragmatic and/or Implementation Science Demonstration Projects ((UG3/UH3) Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 355974Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355974

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AT-24-011.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the HEAL Initiative: NIH-DOD-VA Pain Management Collaboratory, which focuses on pragmatic and implementation science demonstration projects aimed at advancing non-opioid pain management strategies for U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their families. This funding opportunity specifically seeks UG3/UH3 cooperative agreement applications to conduct large-scale clinical trials and implementation science projects that incorporate complementary and integrative approaches alongside standard care, emphasizing a collaborative research framework and the inclusion of diverse perspectives. The total funding cap for these projects is $850,000 for FY 2025, with a submission deadline of November 7, 2024. Interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    RFA-AT-24-011.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the NIH HEAL Initiative, invites applications for the NIH-DOD-VA Pain Management Collaboratory projects aimed at advancing nonopioid pain management strategies and improving treatment for opioid misuse among U.S. military personnel, Veterans, and their families. This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) specifically seeks UG3/UH3 cooperative agreement applications for pragmatic clinical trials and implementation science projects that utilize complementary and integrative approaches alongside standard care. The initiative emphasizes a collaborative research framework involving diverse stakeholders and requires a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) from applicants. Proposed projects should address critical public health questions related to pain management, incorporating comprehensive strategies for team-based care models and involving the integration of data from health care systems. As part of the funding structure, projects will undergo a milestone-driven planning phase (UG3) before progressing to the execution phase (UH3), with a total funding cap of $850,000 for FY 2025. Additionally, applications from a wide range of eligible organizations are encouraged to foster inclusivity in project teams. The application process is subject to strict adherence to guidelines, with particular attention to the representation of underrepresented groups in clinical research.
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