ancient DNA for Modern Genomics (aDMG) Coordination Center
ID: 359207Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359207
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing to solicit applications for the establishment of an ancient DNA for Modern Genomics (aDMG) Coordination Center, aimed at creating an ethical resource of ancient and historical human DNA data to enhance research on contemporary human traits and biology. The initiative will involve collaboration with researchers and local communities to identify and oversee sources of ancient DNA, fostering interdisciplinary investigations that integrate DNA sequencing, computational genomics, and insights into human evolution. With an estimated total program funding of $1.5 million and a projected award date of October 30, 2026, interested small businesses are encouraged to prepare for application submission, with the synopsis expected to be published by December 1, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Jennifer Troyer at jennifer.troyer@nih.gov or by phone at 301-312-3276.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Troyer National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
    (301) 312-3276
    jennifer.troyer@nih.gov
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