High Priority HIV and Substance Use Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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Grant

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Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced a funding opportunity titled "High Priority HIV and Substance Use Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at stimulating innovative research at the intersection of HIV and substance use. This initiative invites applications for research projects that explore new avenues for the prevention, treatment, and potential cure of HIV among people who use drugs, requiring detailed research plans and preliminary data that emphasize the connection to substance use. With a total funding allocation of $3.5 million for fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024, the NIH expects to award 3-5 grants, and applications are due by August 2, 2024. Interested applicants can find more information and contact the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov for inquiries.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) aimed at stimulating research at the intersection of HIV and substance use, highlighted under RFA-DA-22-040. The FOA invites innovative projects that explore new avenues for HIV prevention, treatment, and cure, particularly targeting people who use drugs. Researchers are required to submit applications detailing research plans and preliminary data emphasizing the connection to substance use. The funding opportunity is open to both individual and team researchers and encompasses various research areas, from basic science to clinical research. $3.5 million is allocated for fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024, with the expectation of funding 3-5 awards. Applications must be submitted by specific deadlines, with guidance for conducting clinical trials included. Eligibility is broad, encompassing higher education institutions, non-profits, and certain government entities, while ensuring diversity in research leadership. The selected projects must comply with stringent application requirements, including adherence to NIH policies concerning human subjects, data sharing, and ethical considerations in research involving drug use. The FOA is part of NIH's efforts to address critical health challenges in the U.S. and is reflective of ongoing priorities in HIV/AIDS-related research.
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