Maximizing the Scientific Value of the NHLBI Biologic Biospecimen Repository: Scientific Opportunities for Exploratory Research (R21)
ID: 338277Type: Posted
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Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $75K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/338277

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-23-018.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Maximizing the Scientific Value of the NHLBI Biologic Biospecimen Repository: Scientific Opportunities for Exploratory Research (R21)" to support exploratory research related to heart, lung, and blood diseases, as well as sleep disorders. This initiative aims to leverage existing biospecimen collections stored in the NHLBI Biorepository to enhance scientific value and enable researchers to generate preliminary data for future proposals. The funding opportunity is particularly significant for advancing impactful research while promoting equity and scientific advancement within the U.S. research community. Eligible applicants can receive up to $75,000 in direct costs per year, with applications due by December 10, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov, and additional details can be found at the provided link: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-23-018.html.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Maximizing the Scientific Value of the NHLBI Biologic Biospecimen Repository: Scientific Opportunities for Exploratory Research (R21)" to support exploratory research related to heart, lung, and blood diseases, and sleep disorders. By leveraging existing biospecimen collections stored in the NHLBI Biorepository, the initiative aims to enhance scientific value and allow researchers to generate preliminary data for future proposals. Key dates include an application open date of March 21, 2022, and a funding period anticipated through FY2025, with a maximum budget of $75,000 in direct costs per year, covering new, renewal, and resubmission applications. Eligible applicants range from higher education institutions, non-profits, for-profit organizations, state and local governments, among others. The FOA emphasizes the requirement of a current Letter of Availability from BioLINCC, confirming the accessibility of biospecimens. The document details various review criteria, focusing on the significance, innovation, and approach of proposed research, alongside compliance with NIH policies, including diversity and inclusion mandates. This funding aims to spur impactful research while ensuring equity and scientific advancement within the U.S. research community.
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