NEI Institutional Mentored Physician Scientist Award (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 348702Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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/348702

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-197.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the NEI Institutional Mentored Physician Scientist Award (K12 Clinical Trial Optional) to foster innovative research career development programs for clinically trained vision scientists. This funding opportunity aims to enhance the training of clinician researchers, particularly in conducting minimal risk clinical trials, while emphasizing the recruitment of individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups and those with disabilities. The program is crucial for advancing vision research by building a diverse community of clinician-scientists. Applications will be accepted biannually starting May 9, 2024, with a close date of June 9, 2026. Interested applicants can find more information and guidelines at NIH Grants and may contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The National Eye Institute (NEI), under the Department of Health and Human Services, aims to foster innovative institutional research career development for clinically trained vision scientists through the NEI Institutional Mentored Physician Scientist Award (K12). This funding opportunity encourages institutions to create programs that enhance the training of clinician researchers, particularly in clinical trials with minimal risk. The initiative emphasizes diversity in recruitment, supporting underrepresented racial and ethnic groups and individuals with disabilities. Key dates include an open submission date starting May 9, 2024, with applications due biannually. Funding is contingent upon appropriations and quality applications, with budgets reflecting the project's needs but capped at five years. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions and non-profit organizations with a commitment to supporting the proposed programs. Review criteria focus on the program's ability to develop junior investigators, the adequacy of the proposed training, the expertise of the program leadership, and the commitment of the institution. The application process requires adherence to strict guidelines, ensuring that all methodologies align with NIH standards. This opportunity is integral to advancing vision research by building a diverse community of clinician-scientists.
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