DoD Multiple Sclerosis, Investigator-Initiated Research Award
ID: 353638Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA (DOD-AMRAA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353638
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRAA), is offering the FY24 Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) to support high-impact research projects related to multiple sclerosis (MS). This funding opportunity aims to advance innovative research that addresses critical areas within MS, such as central nervous system repair and disease activity correlates, with a total program funding of $6 million and an expected six awards. The initiative is particularly significant for enhancing patient care and quality of life for active duty military personnel, veterans, and the public. Interested applicants must submit pre-applications by June 10, 2024, with full applications due by October 7, 2024; for further inquiries, contact the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org or call 301-682-5507.

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    help@eBRAP.org
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    HT942524MSRPIIRA_GG.pdf
    HT942524MSRPIIRA_GG2.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DOD) is announcing the FY24 Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) under the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs. This funding opportunity aims to support high-impact research relevant to active duty military personnel, veterans, and the public, with a total appropriation of $20 million for FY24. Eligible applicants include both extramural and intramural organizations, focusing on innovative research addressing specific areas within multiple sclerosis (MS) such as central nervous system repair, correlates of disease activity, and symptom biology. Pre-application submissions are due by June 10, 2024, with full application deadlines set for October 7, 2024. The award total costs must not exceed $1 million over a maximum performance period of three years, excluding clinical trials. Applications are evaluated based on technical merit, including research strategy, feasibility, and potential impact. The review process consists of peer and programmatic evaluations to align funded projects with DOD objectives. This initiative represents the DOD's commitment to advancing MS research and improving patient care through innovative scientific approaches.
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