The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced a funding opportunity titled "Targeting Inflammasomes in HIV and Substance Use (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)." This initiative aims to encourage research into the role of inflammasomes in the neuropathology associated with acute or chronic drug exposure and HIV infection, with a focus on understanding immune activation and identifying potential therapeutic targets. The total funding available for this opportunity is $2 million, intended for up to four awards in fiscal year 2025, with applications due by February 13, 2024. Interested applicants can find more information and submission guidelines at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.