Notice of Intent to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for Impact of Technology and Digital Media Exposure Usage on Child and Adolescent Development

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at researching the impact of technology and digital media exposure on child and adolescent development. This initiative seeks to address the urgent need for understanding how various forms of technology and digital media, such as social media, video games, and artificial intelligence, affect children's health and development, as well as their interactions with family and peers. With an estimated total program funding of $3 million, the NIH encourages small businesses and collaborative teams with expertise in relevant fields to prepare for this opportunity, although applications are not currently being solicited. Interested parties can reach out to Brett Miller, Ph.D., at brett.miller@nih.gov or by phone at 301-496-9849 for further information, with the anticipated synopsis posting date set for March 1, 2026, and a projected award date of April 1, 2027.