Optimizing Behavioral Sleep Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults (R34 Clinical Trial Required)
ID: 353596Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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/353596

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MH-25-130.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the grant opportunity titled "Optimizing Behavioral Sleep Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults," aimed at enhancing sleep interventions for individuals aged 12-25 who are at risk for mental health disorders. This initiative seeks pilot research proposals that will adapt, optimize, and empirically test behavioral interventions to address sleep problems, focusing particularly on feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness in real-world settings, with an emphasis on underserved populations. The program is critical for developing scalable, evidence-based solutions to improve sleep and mental health outcomes among youth, with a total funding amount of up to $1.5 million available to support up to six grants, each capped at $450,000 over three years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by September 30, 2024, and can direct inquiries to grantsinfo@nih.gov for further information.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    Posted
    RFA-MH-25-130-Full-Announcement.html
    RFA-MH-25-130.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), is soliciting applications for pilot research aimed at optimizing behavioral sleep interventions for adolescents and young adults (ages 12-25) at risk for mental health disorders. This funding opportunity, titled "Optimizing Behavioral Sleep Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults," seeks to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and potential effectiveness of these interventions in real-world settings. Applicants are encouraged to focus on underserved populations and include a diverse team of experts. Key dates include the application due date of September 30, 2024, and an anticipated budget of $1.5 million to support up to six grants, each with a maximum budget of $450,000 over a three-year period. Applications must detail plans for assessing mechanisms linking sleep and mental health, as well as strategies to promote broad access to interventions. Research proposals that align with NIMH's mission of addressing mental health disparities will be prioritized. Overall, this initiative reflects a strategic effort to develop scalable, evidence-based sleep interventions specifically tailored for adolescents and young adults, addressing a significant public health concern in relation to sleep and mental health.
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