Bioengineering Research Grants (BRG) (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 343381Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/343381

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-22-243.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering Bioengineering Research Grants (BRG) (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) to foster interdisciplinary collaborations aimed at addressing critical biomedical challenges. This funding opportunity encourages the integration of life and physical sciences through multidisciplinary bioengineering approaches to develop innovative technologies and methods in biomedical research, including design-directed and hypothesis-driven studies. The initiative is significant for advancing bioengineering solutions in healthcare, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes through scientific collaboration. Interested applicants, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and local governments, must submit their proposals by September 7, 2025, and can find more information at NIH Grants. For inquiries, contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    PAR-22-243-Full-Announcement.html
    PAR-22-243.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), announces the Bioengineering Research Grants (BRG) (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) program aimed at fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to solve critical biomedical issues. Specifically, the grants encourage multidisciplinary bioengineering approaches that integrate physical and life sciences to develop innovative technologies and methods in biomedical research. Applications may propose diverse research types including design-directed and hypothesis-driven studies. Notably, the FOA will support clinical trials that validate tools or interventions with a focus on translational research, but not traditional phase III clinical trials. The funding opportunity is open to a variety of eligible organizations, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and local governments, among others. Key submission dates and detailed application instructions are provided, emphasizing adherence to compliance requirements and registrations. The review process evaluates the significance, innovation, approach, and qualifications of the investigators, with an overall impact score reflecting the project's potential influence in the field. This initiative exemplifies NIH’s commitment to advancing bioengineering solutions in healthcare, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative scientific collaboration.
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