Limited Competition: National Primate Research Centers (P51) (Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
ID: 348407Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/348407

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-126.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity under the National Primate Research Centers (NPRC) program, specifically for established NPRCs to support biomedical research utilizing nonhuman primates (NHPs). This initiative aims to enhance experimental design, breeding, and the collection of normative data while facilitating pilot research projects that advance health-related investigations. NHPs are critical animal models for understanding human biology and diseases, making the resources provided by NPRCs essential for researchers nationwide. Applications are due by September 25, 2023, and January 25, 2024, with a project period of up to five years, and interested applicants can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    Posted
    PAR-23-126-Full-Announcement.html
    PAR-23-126.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services is issuing a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) under the National Primate Research Centers (NPRC) program to support the activities of existing NPRCs, aimed at facilitating biomedical research using nonhuman primates (NHPs). Primarily funded through the P51 base grant, NPRCs deliver essential resources such as animal models, expertise, and specialized facilities to researchers nationwide. Applications are limited to established NPRCs, with funding available contingent upon NIH appropriations. The program focuses on enhancing experimental design, breeding, and collection of normative data, while conducting pilot research projects to advance health-related investigations. Key deadlines for application submissions include September 25, 2023, and January 25, 2024, with a project period of up to five years. Strict compliance with application instructions is emphasized, along with required registrations and eligibility criteria, which excludes foreign institutions. Overall, this initiative underscores the NIH's commitment to advancing health research by optimizing the use of NHPs in understanding human diseases.
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