Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 357236Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357236

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HG-25-003.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)" aimed at stimulating innovation in the application of genomic information in clinical care, particularly for populations experiencing health disparities. The initiative seeks to enhance understanding of how to effectively implement and share genomic technologies across diverse communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, underserved rural populations, and sexual and gender minority groups. With an expected total funding of approximately $1.5 million for fiscal year 2024, individual project budgets may reach up to $250,000. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by February 11, 2025, and can find additional details and guidelines at the NIH grants website or contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    RFA-HG-25-003-Full-Announcement.html
    RFA-HG-25-003.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is issuing a funding opportunity titled "Advancing Genomic Medicine Research" (R21 Clinical Trial Optional). The goal is to stimulate innovation and enhance the application of genomic information in clinical care across diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Eligible applicants include various educational institutions and non-profit organizations, focusing on studies that contribute to genomic medicine's understanding and implementation. Key funding areas involve innovative clinical decision-making utilizing genomic data, overcoming barriers to genomic integration in healthcare, and improving access to genomic data. The application process promotes diverse perspectives through a required Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP), emphasizing the importance of varied backgrounds among researchers and study participants. Awards are expected to total approximately $1.5 million for fiscal year 2024, with a maximum budget of $250,000 per project. Applications must adhere to strict guidelines, including a Data Management and Sharing Plan, and will be evaluated based on scientific merit, feasibility, and the inclusion of diverse perspectives. Successful grant recipients will collaborate and engage with the NIH community to foster knowledge sharing and enhance genomic medicine research.
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