Engineering Improved Stem Cell-Derived Islet Cells for Replacement Therapies
ID: 359016Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359016
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Engineering Improved Stem Cell-Derived Islet Cells for Replacement Therapies," aimed at advancing research in stem cell-derived islet cell products for enhanced cell replacement therapy outcomes. This initiative seeks to stimulate studies focused on engineering the inherent characteristics of these products, which are derived from well-defined cell bank sources, to improve graft viability and function, particularly in the context of type 1 diabetes. The estimated total program funding is $3 million, with approximately six awards expected, and interested applicants are encouraged to prepare collaborative proposals ahead of the anticipated Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) release on August 1, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Dr. Albert J. Hwa at albert.hwa@nih.gov or by phone at 301-451-1525.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Albert J. Hwa, PhD National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
    (301) 451-1525
    albert.hwa@nih.gov
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