HEAL: Translating Addiction Epidemiology, Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Research into Practice (R61/R33 - Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is set to release a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "HEAL: Translating Addiction Epidemiology, Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Research into Practice (R61/R33 - Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at supporting research that translates addiction-related findings into practical applications to combat the opioid crisis and overdose events. This initiative seeks to identify and address factors influencing substance use and overdose deaths, focusing on developing effective, scalable interventions that integrate evidence-based practices into routine healthcare. Interested small businesses are encouraged to prepare for this opportunity, with applications expected to be solicited after the estimated synopsis post date of August 1, 2025, and closing on October 16, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Dr. Tisha Wiley at tisha.wiley@nih.gov or by phone at 301-594-4381.