Avenir Award Program for Genetics or Epigenetics of Substance Use Disorders (DP1 Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $300K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced the Avenir Award Program for Genetics or Epigenetics of Substance Use Disorders (DP1 Clinical Trial Optional), aimed at supporting early-stage investigators proposing innovative research in addiction genetics or epigenetics. This funding opportunity encourages the development of new methodologies and ideas that can advance the understanding and treatment of substance use disorders, with a focus on addressing significant scientific challenges in the field. Eligible applicants include a diverse range of organizations, such as higher education institutions and nonprofits, with budgets capped at $300,000 annually for up to five years. Applications are due by September 25, 2023, and interested parties can find more information by contacting NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visiting the program's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-021.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced the Avenir Award Program for Genetics or Epigenetics of Substance Use Disorders (DP1 Clinical Trial Optional). This funding opportunity seeks to support early-stage investigators proposing innovative research in the field of addiction genetics or epigenetics, encouraging new methodologies and ideas that may advance understanding and treatment of substance use disorders. Applications are due by September 25, 2023, with subsequent cycles extending to September 2025. Eligible applicants include a range of organizations, from higher education institutions to nonprofits and government bodies, focusing on those who are considered Early Stage Investigators. Budgets are capped at $300,000 annually for up to five years, with specific application instructions requiring adherence to both NIH and program-specific criteria. Proposals must demonstrate significant scientific problems or barriers in addiction research, innovative approaches, and the potential for high impact, while applicants are required to share data openly post-research. The selection process involves rigorous peer review, emphasizing the scientific merits of applications and adherence to funding announcements. This program illustrates NIH's commitment to fostering breakthrough research in substance use disorders, aiming to cultivate the next generation of leaders in this critical domain.
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