Natural History of Disorders Screenable in the Newborn Period (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 357010Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357010

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-227.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Natural History of Disorders Screenable in the Newborn Period (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at expanding knowledge of disorders that are currently or may become part of statewide newborn screening programs. This initiative seeks to gather comprehensive data on the natural history of these conditions to facilitate appropriate interventions for affected infants, improve diagnostic accuracy, and support the development of targeted treatments. The funding will assist in identifying biological mechanisms, understanding genetic diversity, and establishing data collection systems for longitudinal studies, emphasizing the importance of research in newborn screening. Interested applicants, including various educational and community organizations, can submit proposals with a maximum project period of five years, with the funding cycle opening on January 5, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov, and additional details can be found at the provided link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-227.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services announces a funding opportunity through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research projects focused on understanding the natural history of disorders that are or may be included in newborn screening programs. The goal is to gather comprehensive knowledge about conditions detectable at birth to support appropriate interventions for affected infants. The funding will assist in identifying biological mechanisms, understanding genetic diversity, improving diagnosis, and establishing data collection systems for longitudinal studies. Applications are encouraged from various organizations, including higher education institutions and non-profits, with budgets reflecting the proposed project's actual needs. The number of awards will depend on NIH appropriations and meritorious application submissions. The funding cycle opens on January 5, 2025, with a maximum project period of five years. This initiative underscores the ongoing need for expanded research in newborn screening to develop better treatments and interventions, bridging existing gaps in disease progression knowledge.
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