The Role of Work in Health Disparities in the U.S. (R01 Clinical Trials Optional)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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Others

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Health

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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 "The Role of Work in Health Disparities in the U.S. (R01 Clinical Trials Optional)" aimed at supporting innovative research that explores how work influences health outcomes and disparities among various populations. This initiative seeks to identify and characterize the pathways through which employment and occupational factors affect health, particularly focusing on underrepresented groups and issues related to mental health and substance use. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as higher education institutions, community-based organizations, and tribal governments, with no budget cap for proposals that reflect project needs. Applications will be accepted starting January 5, 2025, with awards expected to commence in July 2025; interested parties can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has issued a funding opportunity to examine the role of work as a social determinant of health and its influence on health disparities in the U.S. This initiative, termed "The Role of Work in Health Disparities in the U.S.," aims to support innovative research that defines and characterizes pathways through which work impacts health outcomes, especially among underrepresented populations. The funding opportunity encompasses various research objectives focused on understanding the connections between employment, occupational segregation, and health disparities, particularly regarding mental health and substance use issues. Eligible organizations, including higher education institutions and non-profit entities, can submit applications for up to five years, with no budget cap; however, the budget must reflect project needs. Applications must adhere strictly to submission guidelines, and the review process will evaluate the significance, rigor, and innovation of the proposed research. The timeline for submissions opens on January 5, 2025, with various deadlines for applications and reviews, culminating in potential awards to commence from July 2025. This funding opportunity emphasizes collaborative research that addresses the complexities of work and health, aiming to enhance theoretical and practical frameworks for understanding and mitigating health disparities across diverse populations.
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