Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) (U54 - Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 356421Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356421

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MD-24-012.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) Program, aimed at enhancing research capacity in health sciences at institutions dedicated to educating underrepresented students. This initiative seeks to provide cooperative agreement support to eligible institutions that offer doctorate degrees in health-related fields and have a historical commitment to serving minority populations, with a focus on addressing health disparities. The NIH plans to allocate up to $29 million for fiscal year 2025, supporting up to six awards with annual budgets capped at $3.5 million. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by November 19, 2024, and can find additional information and eligibility criteria at the provided link or by contacting NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    RFA-MD-24-012.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is soliciting applications for the Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) Program. This initiative, specifically aimed at enhancing research capacity in health sciences at institutions committed to educating underrepresented students, provides funding through cooperative agreements. The program’s primary goals include bolstering institutional research capabilities, promoting successful grant applications, supporting research career development for early-stage investigators, and establishing community partnerships to disseminate research findings. Key funding details specify a commitment of up to $29 million for FY 2025, supporting up to six awards with budgets limited to $3.5 million annually. Institutions eligible for this grant must meet certain criteria, including providing doctorate programs in health-related fields and demonstrating a historical mission to serve underrepresented populations. Applicants are encouraged to focus on minority health and health disparities, with the program allowing for collaborative centers to address these critical areas. Important submission dates include an application due date by November 19, 2024, and a technical assistance webinar for prospective applicants on October 24, 2024.
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