Medical Devices for Pediatric Population Affected by Substance Use and Addiction (R43 - Clinical Trials Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $400K

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Medical Devices for Pediatric Population Affected by Substance Use and Addiction," aimed at supporting small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant program. This initiative invites applications for the research and development of medical devices specifically designed for individuals aged 0-21 who are affected by substance use and addiction, addressing a critical gap in pediatric healthcare. The program seeks innovative proposals for digital therapeutics, diagnostic tools, and wearable devices, with an expected funding allocation of approximately $2 million to support four or five Phase I awards, each up to $400,000. Applications are due by February 26, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has released a funding opportunity titled "Medical Devices for Pediatric Population Affected by Substance Use and Addiction" under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant program. This initiative invites small business applications aimed at the research and development of medical devices specifically for individuals aged 0-21 afflicted by substance use and addiction. Despite advancements in technology and recent FDA approvals, the development of pediatric medical devices lags behind adult counterparts, particularly for substance use disorders. The funding opportunity emphasizes innovation, seeking proposals for digital therapeutics, diagnostic tools, and wearable devices tailored for this demographic. Applicants are encouraged to engage with FDA resources and demonstrate a clear commercialization strategy. The program intends to allocate approximately $2 million in funding, expecting to support four or five Phase I awards that can total up to $400,000, with applications due by February 27, 2025. Ultimately, this funding aims to bridge the significant gap in available treatments for the pediatric population facing substance-related challenges.
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