Advancing Research to Understand Congenital Malformations (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Income Security and Social Services

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Grant

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Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Research to Understand Congenital Malformations (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" aimed at supporting innovative research into the mechanisms underlying structural birth defects. This initiative encourages applicants to utilize advancements in genetics, omics methods, and synthetic biology to explore genetic, environmental, and epigenetic factors contributing to these anomalies, which affect approximately 3% of live births in the U.S. The grant allows for budgets up to $499,999 in direct costs per year, with project periods not exceeding five years, and applications are due by February 5, 2025. Interested parties can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Research to Understand Congenital Malformations" (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This initiative aims to support research that explores the mechanisms behind structural birth defects using animal models and translational approaches. Researchers are encouraged to leverage advancements in genetics, omics methods, and synthetic biology to investigate genetic, environmental, and epigenetic interactions contributing to these defects. Key dates include an application opening on January 5, 2025, with a submission deadline of February 5, 2025. The grant allows budgets up to $499,999 in direct costs per year, with project periods not exceeding five years. Eligible applicants encompass various organizations, including higher education institutions and nonprofits. The document emphasizes the importance of innovative research to identify causes and develop prevention and treatment strategies for congenital anomalies, which affect approximately 3% of live births in the U.S. NICHD aims to foster collaboration among researchers to enhance understanding and interventions for structural birth defects, ultimately impacting public health and socioeconomic factors. A comprehensive sharing plan for data and biospecimens is also mandated to promote scientific collaboration.
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