Formative and Pilot Intervention Research to Optimize HIV Prevention and Care Continuum Outcomes (R34 Clinical Trial Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $450K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

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 titled "Formative and Pilot Intervention Research to Optimize HIV Prevention and Care Continuum Outcomes (R34 Clinical Trial Optional)." This initiative aims to support formative research and the development of pilot interventions that enhance HIV prevention and treatment outcomes, focusing on factors such as feasibility, acceptability, and safety of novel or adapted interventions. The funding aligns with national and global health goals, including the U.S. National HIV/AIDS Strategy, and encourages multidisciplinary collaborations with community organizations to address health disparities. Eligible applicants can receive up to $450,000 over a project period of up to three years, with applications due by January 9, 2026. For further details, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the opportunity's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-060.html.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), has issued a funding opportunity for formative and pilot intervention research aimed at optimizing outcomes in HIV prevention and care through the R34 grant mechanism. This initiative seeks to develop, pilot-test, and adapt evidence-based interventions that target the HIV prevention and treatment continuum while focusing on factors such as feasibility, acceptability, and safety. The funding aligns with national and global goals, including the U.S. National HIV/AIDS Strategy and the 95-95-95 targets set by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS. Applications must emphasize innovative intervention strategies and can include collaborations with community organizations to enhance outreach and impacts. A total project period of up to three years is allowed, with budgets limited to $225,000 per year. The call for proposals includes information on eligibility, registration requirements, and submission processes. Overall, the document underscores the necessity for rigorous HIV research and the encouragement of multidisciplinary collaborations that leverage community input and expertise, in order to foster better health outcomes and address disparities among affected populations.
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