Seeking Products to Address Social Needs impacting Substance Use Disorders (SUD) (R41/R42 Clinical Trial Optional)
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Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $296K

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

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) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Seeking Products to Address Social Needs impacting Substance Use Disorders (SUD)," aimed at small business concerns (SBCs) to develop technologies that address health-related social needs influencing SUD, excluding alcohol use disorder. The initiative encourages the use of innovative technologies, such as telemedicine and mobile applications, to tackle issues like housing instability and food insecurity, ultimately improving access to treatment for individuals affected by SUD. Funding amounts include up to $306,872 for Phase I and $2,045,816 for Phase II, with applications due by March 14, 2026. Interested applicants can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.

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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 released a funding opportunity titled "Seeking Products to Address Social Needs impacting Substance Use Disorders (SUD)." This initiative invites small business concerns (SBCs) to apply for Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants, focusing on technologies that address health-related social needs (HRSN) influencing SUD, excluding alcohol use disorders. Key objectives include utilizing technology, such as telemedicine and mobile applications, to alleviate issues like housing instability and food insecurity, ultimately aiming to improve access to treatment for individuals with SUD. Funding up to $306,872 for Phase I and $2,045,816 for Phase II is available, with an anticipated total commitment of $1.3 million for four awards in fiscal year 2025. Applications are due by March 14, 2026, with a review process assessing technical feasibility, innovation potential, and the likely public health impact of the proposed products. The program emphasizes collaboration between public and private sectors to fill service gaps and improve outcomes for individuals battling SUD, highlighting the importance of addressing social determinants of health to support recovery and community integration.
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