Mechanistic Research on Neuromodulation for Substance Use Disorders Treatment (R01 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

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Discretionary

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Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Mechanistic Research on Neuromodulation for Substance Use Disorders Treatment," aimed at encouraging clinical research to identify novel targets for non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) relevant to substance use disorders (SUD). This initiative seeks applications that propose mechanistic studies involving Basic Experimental Studies with Humans (BESH) to understand neurobiological, cognitive, and behavioral responses to NIBS, which are essential for advancing treatment strategies for SUD. The NIH plans to allocate approximately $1.5 million across fiscal years 2024 to 2026 for up to six awards, with a submission opening on December 16, 2023, and a closing date of August 14, 2026. Interested applicants must include a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) in their proposals and 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), is announcing a funding opportunity titled "Mechanistic Research on Neuromodulation for Substance Use Disorders Treatment." This initiative (NOFO RFA-DA-24-032) aims to encourage clinical research to identify novel non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) targets pertinent to substance use disorders (SUD) and the corresponding neurobiological, cognitive, and behavioral responses. Eligible studies must involve Basic Experimental Studies with Humans (BESH) that are defined as clinical trials under NIH guidelines and focus on understanding fundamental phenomena rather than developing specific applications. Key dates include a submission opening on December 16, 2023, with various application deadlines through August 14, 2026. Applicants must include a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) to be considered complete. NIH will allocate approximately $1.5 million across fiscal years 2024 to 2026 for up to six awards. Eligible applicants include various organizations and institutions, including higher education establishments and nonprofits. Emphasizing inclusivity and diverse perspectives is critical for funding consideration, as are sound research designs that meet NIH standards. The successful proposals will contribute essential insights into mechanistic understandings of SUD and the implications of NIBS treatments.
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