Emerging Health Innovators (EHI) Initiative
ID: 358020Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (HHS-ARPAH)

Award Range

$1 - $700K

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358020

Additional Information

https://arpa-h.gov/engage-and-transition/emerging-health-innovators
Timeline
    Description

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is inviting proposals for the Emerging Health Innovators (EHI) Initiative, aimed at fostering innovative biomedical and community-driven health solutions. This initiative encourages participation from small businesses and early-career investigators through two distinct tracks: Track 1 focuses on Technology-Driven Innovation for biomedical research, while Track 2 emphasizes Community-Centered Innovation addressing local health issues. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific merit, potential impact, and cost analysis, with awards capped at $350,000 per year for two years, and a submission deadline of February 5, 2025. Interested parties can find additional information and contact the EHI Team at EHI@arpa-h.gov or visit the initiative's webpage for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    EHI@arpa-h.gov
    Files
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    ARPA_H_SOL_25_118_EHI_Solicitation.pdf
    The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is announcing the Emerging Health Innovators (EHI) Initiative through solicitation ARPA-H-SOL-25-118. This initiative aims to engage community innovators and early-career investigators to develop innovative biomedical and community-driven health solutions. Proposers can submit their solutions through two specific tracks: Track 1 focuses on Technology-Driven Innovation for biomedical research, while Track 2 emphasizes Community-Centered Innovation that addresses community health issues. The initiative has a timeline that includes a Proposers’ Day, a deadline for solution summaries, and proposed pitch presentation dates, leading to the selection and potential award of grants. Awards will be capped at $350,000 per year for two years, with an optional extension. Eligibility requirements differ across tracks, aiming to empower early-career researchers in Track 1 and community innovators in Track 2. Proposals will be evaluated based on scientific merit, potential impact, and cost analysis. Selected performers will engage in collaborative efforts with ARPA-H throughout the grant period, adhering to a structured submission and evaluation process. This initiative aligns with ARPA-H's mission to accelerate health innovation by fostering diverse expertise and solutions.
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