Integrating Mental Health Care into Health Care Systems and Non-Health Settings in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 357070Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

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https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357070

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-201.html
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Integrating Mental Health Care into Health Care Systems and Non-Health Settings in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)." This initiative aims to support implementation research that develops, optimizes, and tests innovative strategies for integrating mental health care into both healthcare systems and community settings in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The focus is on enhancing accessibility, quality, and sustainability of mental health services while fostering partnerships between institutions in LMICs and high-income countries. Interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at the NIH grants website, with applications due by January 7, 2028. For inquiries, contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a funding opportunity to integrate mental health care into healthcare and non-health settings within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This initiative, known as the "Integrating Mental Health Care into Health Care Systems and Non-Health Settings" (R01 Clinical Trial Optional), emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health alongside chronic health conditions. The goal is to develop innovative strategies for implementing and sustaining integrated mental health care services, enhance accessibility, and build research capacity in LMICs. The funding opportunity encourages a multidisciplinary approach, involving researchers from low-income countries as essential personnel. The application process emphasizes the significance of reciprocal learning, involvement of community stakeholders, and the necessity of adhering to rigorous application guidelines, including data management and sharing requirements. Investigators will need to demonstrate their capability to address significant health issues through valid and reliable outcome measures. This NOFO not only prioritizes the integration of mental health practices in various settings but also aims to strengthen the research framework for mental health in LMICs, reflecting a comprehensive effort to promote health equity and improve overall health outcomes globally.
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