Forecast to Publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement for Addressing Determinants of Health Disparities Among Rural Populations (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 359138Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359138
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is set to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at addressing health disparities among rural populations through intervention and etiologic studies. This initiative seeks to support research that explores various factors affecting health outcomes in rural areas, including the development of community-engaged interventions, adaptation of healthcare technologies, and integration of health services with community resources. With an estimated total program funding of $5 million and the expectation of awarding 10 grants, interested small businesses can reach out to Dr. Priscah Mujuru at priscah.mujuru@nih.gov or call 301-402-1366 for further information. The synopsis is expected to be posted on September 25, 2025, with applications closing on November 26, 2025, and awards anticipated by April 1, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Priscah Mujuru, PhD National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)
    (301) 402-1366
    priscah.mujuru@nih.gov
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