The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "HIV Prevention and Alcohol (R34 Clinical Trials Optional)" aimed at enhancing HIV/AIDS prevention strategies among populations impacted by alcohol use. This initiative invites proposals for planning grants that focus on innovative research to inform the design of clinical trials testing the efficacy and safety of interventions for HIV prevention among alcohol-using individuals, particularly targeting high-risk groups such as men who have sex with men and transgender individuals. The NIH emphasizes the importance of addressing critical barriers to HIV prevention through advanced methodologies, including modern technology and mobile health initiatives. The total funding available is approximately $1.5 million, with individual awards reaching up to $450,000 over three years. Interested applicants must adhere to strict application guidelines and submit their proposals by May 7, 2026, with further inquiries directed to grantsinfo@nih.gov.