NIDCD Cooperative Agreement for Clinical Trials in Communication Disorders (U01 - Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 350657Type: 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/350657

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-050.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "NIDCD Cooperative Agreement for Clinical Trials in Communication Disorders (U01 - Clinical Trial Required)." This initiative aims to support well-designed clinical trials that focus on effective interventions for communication disorders, including those requiring FDA oversight or presenting higher risks to participants. The program emphasizes inclusive participation from various eligible applicants, including educational institutions, governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations, particularly those representing underrepresented groups. Interested parties can find more information and application guidelines at the provided link, with a submission deadline of October 27, 2026. For inquiries, applicants may contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    PAR-24-050.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), offers a funding opportunity titled "NIDCD Cooperative Agreement for Clinical Trials in Communication Disorders (U01 - Clinical Trial Required)." This initiative focuses on supporting well-designed clinical trials aimed at effective interventions for communication disorders such as hearing and speech impairments. The program invites applications that necessitate FDA oversight or have higher participant risks, with specific criteria for funding based on project costs or risk levels. Eligible applicants include various educational, governmental, and nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on inclusive participation from underrepresented groups. The application process involves strict adherence to submission guidelines and prioritizes projects demonstrating significant scientific merit and community engagement. The anticipated funding outcomes align with NIH's goals to improve clinical practices and inform health policies. Significant involvement from NIH staff in project activities post-award is also a hallmark of this funding mechanism, underscoring the cooperative nature of the agreement.
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