HIV/AIDS Scholars Using Nonhuman Primate (NHP) Models Program (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled the "HIV/AIDS Scholars Using Nonhuman Primate (NHP) Models Program," aimed at supporting early-stage investigators in the field of HIV/AIDS research. This program provides three years of salary and research support to individuals who have recently completed their professional degrees or residency training, with a focus on mentorship and research utilizing NHPs as preclinical models. The initiative is designed to enhance career development in HIV/AIDS translational studies, aligning with NIH's strategic goals to advance HIV therapies, develop cures, and address complications associated with HIV. Applications are due by September 8, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries. More details can be found in the full announcement at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-225.html.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled the "HIV/AIDS Scholars Using Nonhuman Primate (NHP) Models Program," aiming to support early-stage investigators in HIV/AIDS research. The program provides three years of salary and research support to individuals who have recently completed their professional degrees or residency training, focusing on mentorship and research using NHPs as preclinical models. This initiative emphasizes long-term career development in HIV/AIDS translational studies, aligning with NIH's strategic goals to advance HIV therapies, cures, and address complications associated with HIV. Applications are invited from diverse eligible organizations and individuals, provided they have adequate experience and postdoctoral training. Participants are expected to dedicate 75% of their professional effort to the project, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive mentoring and training. The deadline for applications is September 8, 2025, and the process includes rigorous review criteria to ensure scientific and technical merit. The program aims not only to enhance individual careers but also to strengthen the HIV/AIDS research community by promoting the engagement of new, capable investigators in critical areas of study, thereby addressing public health priorities effectively.
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