Time-Sensitive Research Opportunities in Environmental Health Sciences (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 349113Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $275K

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/349113

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-ES-23-011.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Time-Sensitive Research Opportunities in Environmental Health Sciences," aimed at supporting exploratory research in environmental health triggered by unpredictable events or policy changes. This initiative seeks to facilitate the rapid collection of human biological samples and environmental exposure data to assess the immediate health impacts of natural and human-made disasters, as well as significant regulatory changes. The program emphasizes collaboration with affected communities and innovative data collection methods, with grants capped at $275,000 over two years, and a total funding amount of $800,000 available annually for 4-5 awards. Applications are due by December 1, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    RFA-ES-23-011-Full-Announcement.html
    RFA-ES-23-011.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services announces a funding opportunity through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for the "Time-Sensitive Research Opportunities in Environmental Health Sciences" program. This initiative aims to support exploratory research in environmental health triggered by unpredictable events or policy changes that create a temporary opportunity to collect relevant biological and exposure data. The funding, amounting to $800,000 annually, will provide 4-5 awards per year, with applications due by specified dates from 2023 to 2025. The program notably accelerates the review process—aiming to complete it within 4 to 6 months—allowing for rapid responses to health emergencies. Eligible applicants include various higher education institutions, nonprofits, and government entities, with grants limited to $275,000 over two years (no clinical trials allowed). Emphasized are collaborations with affected communities and the need for innovative data collection methods. The program targets studies assessing immediate health impacts from disasters or significant regulatory changes, ultimately seeking to enhance public health protection through timely research findings.
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