Research on Autism Spectrum Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 332515Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity for research on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) through the R21 Clinical Trial Optional grant mechanism. This initiative aims to support exploratory and innovative research that elucidates the etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and optimal service delivery related to ASD, encouraging applications that do not require preliminary data. The program is crucial for advancing understanding and improving services for individuals with ASD, with grants available up to $275,000 for a two-year period, contingent on the quality of applications and available funds. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by November 16, 2024, and can reach out to the NIH OER Webmaster at FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV for further inquiries.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) under the Department of Health and Human Services has released a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) for research on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) through the R21 Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant mechanism. This initiative invites applications focused on understanding the causes, epidemiology, diagnosis, and delivery of services relevant to ASD. The FOA emphasizes exploratory and innovative research, requiring no preliminary data but encouraging proposals that could lead to significant advancements in the field. Key research areas include genetic and environmental epidemiology, brain mechanisms underlying behaviors associated with ASD, cognitive science related to social communication, and services research aimed at improving service delivery for ASD individuals. Grants of up to $275,000 for two years will be awarded, contingent on available funds and the quality of applications. Eligible applicants encompass a wide range of entities including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies. The application review process will assess significance, innovation, investigator qualifications, and approaches to ensure their potential impact on ASD research and treatment.
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