Laboratories to Optimize Digital Health (R01 Clinical Trial Required)
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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

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Discretionary

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Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), is inviting research proposals for the "Laboratories to Optimize Digital Health" grant, aimed at enhancing digital mental health interventions. This initiative focuses on developing pragmatic clinical trials that utilize established digital platforms to validate evidence-based interventions, particularly targeting vulnerable populations facing health disparities. The grant supports projects for a maximum of four years, with no budget cap, and emphasizes the inclusion of diverse participants and ethical research practices. Applications are due by March 5, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries. More details can be found at the provided link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-096.html.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), is soliciting research proposals under the funding opportunity titled "Laboratories to Optimize Digital Health." This initiative aims to explore and enhance digital mental health interventions with a focus on increasing their reach, effectiveness, and quality, particularly among vulnerable populations facing health disparities. Researchers are expected to design pragmatic clinical trials that leverage established digital platforms to validate evidence-based interventions, enrich user engagement, and mitigate barriers to treatment. Applications must adhere to specific guidelines, requiring collaboration with software developers and community stakeholders to ensure relevance and applicability of interventions. The grant will fund projects for a maximum of four years, with no budget cap, and applications are due at various times throughout 2023-2025. The initiative emphasizes inclusion of diverse participants and proper adherence to ethical standards in research. Review of applications will focus on criteria such as significance, innovation, research approach, and investigator qualifications.
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