Mechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk after Bariatric Surgery (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 356341Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356341

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-043.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity for research investigating the mechanisms by which bariatric surgery impacts cancer risk, under the title "Mechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk after Bariatric Surgery (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)." This initiative aims to support studies that explore the long-term effects of bariatric surgery on cancer risk, moving beyond immediate outcomes such as weight loss and diabetes, and considering factors like sex, racial background, and procedure type. With a funding ceiling of $500,000 per year for up to five years, the program encourages innovative research proposals from a diverse range of eligible applicants, including educational institutions and community organizations. Applications are due by January 7, 2028, and interested parties can find more information by contacting NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visiting the opportunity's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-043.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services is offering funding opportunities through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research that investigates mechanisms by which bariatric surgery affects cancer risk. This initiative focuses on studies beyond immediate outcomes like weight loss, delving into how bariatric procedures potentially influence various cancer risks. Applications are invited from diverse entities, including educational institutions and nonprofits, with a project budget capped at $500,000 per year for a maximum of five years. The program specifically seeks to understand how factors such as sex, racial background, and procedure type may alter cancer risk across different patient populations. Researchers are encouraged to employ both animal and human models in their investigations, with proposals due starting January 5, 2025. The funding aims to further elucidate the biological mechanisms at play in the cancer risk landscape following bariatric surgery, addressing pressing public health challenges, particularly as obesity-related deaths are rapidly rising. The NIH outlines clear application and eligibility requirements, emphasizing the importance of innovation and scientific rigor in the research proposals submitted. Overall, this funding opportunity represents a significant investment in understanding the complex interplay between obesity, surgery, and cancer prevention.
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