Grand Opportunity in Medications Development for Substance-Use Disorders (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 343339Type: Posted
Overview

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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), is offering a funding opportunity titled "Grand Opportunity in Medications Development for Substance-Use Disorders (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at accelerating the development of medications for treating Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). This initiative seeks to support a diverse range of preclinical and clinical research projects, with the goal of funding studies that can quickly yield impactful results and advance medications closer to FDA approval. The program allows for cooperative agreements with a funding ceiling of up to $5 million per year for a maximum duration of three years, encouraging participation from various eligible organizations, including higher education institutions and community-based organizations. Interested applicants can submit proposals on a rolling basis until the close date of September 1, 2025, and should direct inquiries to grantsinfo@nih.gov for further information.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has issued a funding opportunity aimed at advancing research for medications to treat Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). This initiative seeks to support a range of preclinical and clinical trials aimed at accelerating the development of effective therapies for conditions like opioid, methamphetamine, cocaine, nicotine, and cannabis disorders. The program is designed to fund collaborative research projects with a budget of up to $5 million per year for a maximum period of three years. Applications can be submitted on a rolling basis, with review cycles leading to expedited funding decisions. NIDA encourages diverse participation from a variety of eligible organizations, including institutions of higher education, non-profits, and state or local governments. A significant focus is placed on ensuring that research complies with FDA guidelines, and that findings will be shared for broader scientific use. The program outlines specific scientific merit review criteria, emphasizing the significance of the research, investigator qualifications, innovation, and overall approach. The initiative highlights a collaborative effort between awardees and NIDA staff to monitor progress and enhance research outcomes in public health related to substance abuse.
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