Biomedical Research Environment and Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program (UC2- Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 356902Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356902

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-268.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Biomedical Research Environment and Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program, aimed at enhancing the research capacity of resource-limited organizations in the biomedical field. This cooperative agreement seeks to support eligible institutions, particularly those serving underrepresented populations, in improving their research environments and administrative capabilities for managing sponsored programs. The program emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in research to foster innovation and inclusivity within the scientific workforce. Interested applicants can apply for funding up to $500,000 per year for a maximum of five years, with the application process opening on December 27, 2024. For further details, applicants may contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the program's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-268.html.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    PAR-24-268.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is announcing the Biomedical Research Environment & Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program, aimed at broadening participation in biomedical research by supporting resource-limited institutions (RLIs). The initiative encourages RLIs to enhance their research capacity and improve administrative abilities for managing sponsored programs. Organizations may apply for funding in areas such as sponsored programs administration, research environment enhancement, and pilot research project programs. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, especially those serving underrepresented populations like Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Tribal Colleges. The application process requires submissions by designated deadlines, with the earliest opening on December 27, 2024, and requires a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) to assess strategies for expanding inclusivity in research. The program emphasizes collaboration among multiple participating organizations and the necessity for sustainability beyond the funding period. The maximum funded project duration is five years, not exceeding $500,000 per year. The emphasis on diverse perspectives is to promote innovation and improve research quality, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive scientific workforce in the biomedical field.
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