Limited Competition: Renewal of Existing NINDS-Supported Clinical Trial Cooperative Agreement Awards (U01 - Clinical Trials Required)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), is offering a limited competition for the renewal of existing clinical trial cooperative agreement awards (U01) that require additional time and resources to complete ongoing research on neurological disorders. This funding opportunity is specifically aimed at supporting extramural research efforts and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between NIH and award recipients to achieve significant advancements in the field. Eligible applicants include various federal entities, independent school districts, and tribal organizations, with the application submission period opening on February 5, 2025, and deadlines extending throughout the year. For further details, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the official announcement at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-149.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), announces a limited competition for the renewal of existing clinical trial cooperative agreements (U01). This funding opportunity aims to support ongoing extramural research focused on various aspects of neurological disorders, necessitating additional time and resources to complete clinical trials. Key dates include the opening of application submissions on February 5, 2025, with deadlines for applications throughout 2025. Eligible organizations include federal entities, independent school districts, and tribal organizations, among others. The application process requires adherence to specific guidelines and registrations, including SAM and eRA Commons. Notably, applicants must focus solely on renewing original proposals, as introducing new aims will disqualify their submissions. The funding is also contingent upon the merit of applications received, which will follow a structured review process assessing the significance, innovation, approach, and expertise of the proposed studies. Overall, this NOFO emphasizes collaboration and shared responsibility between NIH and cooperative award recipients to achieve impactful advancements in neurological research while adhering to rigorous ethical and administrative standards.
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