Elucidating Mechanisms Associated with HIV Related Co-Morbidities in Populations Experiencing Health Disparities (R01 - Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Elucidating Mechanisms Associated with HIV Related Co-Morbidities in Populations Experiencing Health Disparities" (RFA-MD-24-005). This initiative aims to support research proposals that investigate the underlying mechanisms contributing to health disparities in HIV and aging, particularly focusing on how comorbidities affect the quality of life among HIV-positive individuals from marginalized populations. The program encourages multidisciplinary studies that address biological, behavioral, and social determinants of health, with a total funding amount of up to $500,000 per year for a five-year project period, totaling approximately $3 million for around four awards. Interested applicants must adhere to strict eligibility criteria and submit their proposals by January 7, 2026; for further inquiries, they can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the opportunity's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MD-24-005.html.
Eligible Applicants
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.