Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 350881Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at stimulating innovative research in the implementation of genomic information and technologies in clinical care. This initiative seeks to enhance understanding of how genomic data can be effectively utilized, particularly in populations experiencing health disparities, including racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, and underserved communities. The program allows applicants to request up to $250,000 in direct costs per year, with a maximum project duration of three years, and emphasizes the importance of community engagement in research design. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by February 12, 2025, and can find additional information and application guidelines at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the R21 Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant aimed at advancing genomic medicine research. The purpose of this funding is to stimulate novel proposals that explore the implementation of genomic information and technologies in clinical settings for diverse populations, regardless of socioeconomic or racial/ethnic backgrounds. Key information includes two funding areas of interest: one focuses on improving access to genomic information and its integration into clinical practice, while the other emphasizes investigating outcomes related to cancer genomic data, especially in underserved groups. Applications can request up to $250,000 in direct costs per year and are expected to conform to NIH guidelines on data sharing and management. The application process involves multiple submission paths, and the expected maximum project duration is three years. With a posted date of November 6, 2023, the application deadline is February 12, 2025. The NIH encourages diverse applicant participation, particularly from those new to genomic medicine, and stresses the necessity for community engagement in research design and implementation to address health disparities effectively.
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