NHGRI Technology Development Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 351799Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity for the establishment of a Technology Development Coordinating Center (TDCC) under the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). This initiative aims to enhance genomic research technology by creating an infrastructure that supports collaboration, outreach, and funding for innovative small-scale projects aligned with NHGRI's Genome Technology Program (GTP). The TDCC will be responsible for organizing annual meetings, developing educational outreach materials, and administering an Opportunity Funds Program to foster innovative proposals. The total funding amount is estimated at $1.5 million annually from FY 2025 to FY 2029, with applications due by April 3, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries and details can be found at the provided link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HG-24-013.html.

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    The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) announces a funding opportunity to establish a Technology Development Coordinating Center (TDCC) aimed at enhancing genomic research technology. The NOFO encourages applications that will create an infrastructure for advancing NHGRI's Genome Technology Program (GTP) through collaboration, outreach, and funding innovative small-scale projects. Applicants must submit a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP), emphasizing inclusivity in research. The funding aims to support one award, with total costs estimated at $1.5 million annually from FY 2025 to FY 2029. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, nonprofits, government entities, and for-profit organizations. The application process requires adherence to strict guidelines, including a detailed budget and operational plan that aligns with GTP objectives. Key activities of the TDCC include organizing annual meetings, developing outreach educational materials, and administering an Opportunity Funds Program for innovative proposals. Funding decisions will reflect scientific merit, alignment with program priorities, and the ability to coordinate complex research efforts. The deadline for applications is April 3, 2024, and the program mandates an active role for NIH staff in the coordination of the center's activities to ensure successful project execution.
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