Limited Competition: Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program: Collaborative and Innovative Acceleration Award (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Public and State Controlled Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity through the Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program for the Collaborative and Innovative Acceleration Award (UG3/UH3), aimed at enhancing the translational research process. This initiative seeks innovative applications that foster collaboration among CTSA hubs and other stakeholders to address inefficiencies in translating research into clinical and public health interventions, particularly for underserved populations. The funding mechanism involves a two-phase cooperative agreement, with a focus on measurable milestones and sustainability plans to ensure impactful dissemination of successful interventions. Interested applicants, including public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, must submit their proposals by October 17, 2024, and can find additional information at the NIH grants website or contact the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov.

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    The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program offers funding through the Collaborative and Innovative Acceleration Award (UG3/UH3) to support collaborative projects aimed at enhancing the translational research process. The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), in concert with various participating NIH Institutes and the FDA, seeks innovative applications to tackle inefficiencies in translating research into clinical and public health interventions. Key emphases include fostering partnerships among CTSA hubs and other stakeholders to develop and demonstrate solutions that can accelerate translational science across diverse health challenges, particularly for underserved populations. The funding mechanism involves a two-phase cooperative agreement, optimizing project development in the UG3 phase and implementation in the UH3 phase. Each project must outline measurable milestones and sustainability plans, ensuring impactful dissemination of successful interventions. Eligible applicants include active CTSA hubs and their partners, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative methodologies. The CTSA goals highlight a commitment to effectively bridging gaps within the translational science landscape while prioritizing minority health, regulatory science, and the application of emerging technologies in health research. This funding opportunity emphasizes the necessity of enhancing the productivity of clinical research and making interventions available to the public more rapidly and equitably.
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