Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort Data and Biospecimen Access (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 358967Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

Funding Category

Health

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Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort Data and Biospecimen Access (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" aimed at facilitating research into maternal and child health by providing access to limited identifiable data and biospecimens from the ECHO Cohort. Applicants are required to secure X01 awards, which do not provide direct funding but ensure compliance with NIH policies while utilizing ECHO resources, and must demonstrate documented non-ECHO funding to cover all research expenses. This initiative is crucial for advancing the understanding of how environmental factors affect child health, with a focus on innovative research proposals that address early developmental exposures. Interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at the NIH grants website, with applications due by March 1, 2028, and inquiries directed to grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the NIH, is issuing a funding opportunity for accessing limited identifiable data or biospecimens from the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Cohort. The purpose of this program is to enable researchers to study critical areas of maternal and child health, primarily through ancillary studies funded by non-ECHO sources. Applicants must secure X01 awards, which do not provide funding but ensure adherence to NIH policies while utilizing the ECHO resources. The opportunity is open to a diverse array of institutions and individuals across the scientific community. Research proposals may focus on areas such as early developmental exposures and their impact on child health, with an emphasis on innovative approaches. Key requirements include a Letter of Support from the ECHO Cohort Steering Committee and documented non-ECHO funding to cover all research expenses. The application process is detailed, involving specific guidelines for submission and compliance, including maintaining participant privacy and securing data integrity. The review process will evaluate applications for scientific merit, investigator qualifications, and the significance of the research. This initiative is integral to advancing understanding of how environmental factors influence childhood health, supporting a comprehensive approach to child health research nationwide.
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