Short-Term Research Education Program to Enhance Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 351246Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $175K

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/351246

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-25-001.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting proposals for the Short-Term Research Education Program to Enhance Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This initiative aims to support educational activities that promote hands-on research experiences for individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, particularly in areas related to cardiovascular, pulmonary, hematologic diseases, and sleep disorders. The program is part of NIH's broader strategy to diversify the scientific workforce and address health disparities, with an annual funding commitment of up to $1,692,000 to support up to nine awards each fiscal year, allowing applications to request up to $175,000 per year for a project period of up to five years. Interested applicants can find more information and submit inquiries via email to grantsinfo@nih.gov, with the application deadline set for August 19, 2026.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting proposals for the Short-Term Research Education Program to Enhance Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). This initiative aims to support educational activities that encourage individuals from diverse, underrepresented backgrounds in the biomedical and behavioral sciences to pursue careers in research. The program specifically seeks applications promoting hands-on research experiences for undergraduate and health professional students in the areas of cardiovascular, pulmonary, hematologic diseases, and sleep disorders. With an annual funding commitment of up to $1,692,000, the NIH intends to support up to nine awards each fiscal year. Applications may request up to $175,000 per year with a project period of up to five years. Eligibility is extended to various higher education institutions, non-profits, and government entities. Emphasis on recruitment strategies targeting underrepresented groups, collaborative mentoring experiences, and innovative educational approaches is vital for success. The initiative aligns with NIH's broader strategy to diversify the scientific workforce, ensuring representation in addressing health disparities and fostering advancements in health-related research.
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