Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services for Suicide Prevention
ID: 359273Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is set to announce a funding opportunity for research focused on crisis response services aimed at suicide prevention. This initiative seeks to examine the effectiveness and implementation of crisis response practices, with an emphasis on improving the quality and outcomes of interventions in real-world settings, while considering various psychosocial factors and health disparities. The total estimated funding for this program is $2 million, with approximately five awards expected to be granted. Interested applicants, particularly small businesses with expertise in crisis response and suicide prevention, are encouraged to prepare for this opportunity, with the anticipated synopsis posting date on September 8, 2025, and a closing date for applications on October 8, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Dr. Jennifer Humensky at jennifer.humensky@nih.gov or by phone at 301-480-1265.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Humensky, Ph.D. National Institute of Mental Health
    (301) 480-1265
    jennifer.humensky@nih.gov
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