Clinical and Translational Science Award (UM1 Clinical Trial Optional)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity for the Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program, aimed at enhancing clinical and translational research through collaborative partnerships. This initiative invites applications for hubs that will focus on improving the efficiency of clinical translation, addressing health disparities, and fostering innovative research methodologies, with a particular emphasis on community engagement and workforce development. Successful applicants, which may include higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations, are expected to outline strategic management and demonstrate strong leadership, with projects capped at seven years and a submission deadline of September 28, 2027. For further details, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the funding opportunity page at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-272.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; See Funding Opportunity for eligibility criteria. 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 allowed.