Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Device Development for Mental Health Applications (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

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$0 - $200K

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Others

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Health

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Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity through the R21 grant mechanism titled "Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Device Development for Mental Health Applications." This initiative aims to support the development of innovative brain stimulation devices and significant enhancements to existing FDA-approved technologies for treating mental health disorders, encouraging multidisciplinary teams to explore advanced designs that improve spatial and temporal precision in stimulation. The focus is on fostering substantial innovation rather than minor updates to current systems, with a total project budget capped at $275,000 over two years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by January 7, 2025, and can reach out to the NIH OER Webmaster at OERWebmaster03@od.nih.gov for further inquiries.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity through the R21 grant mechanism, titled "Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Device Development for Mental Health Applications." This initiative aims to foster the development of innovative brain stimulation devices and significant enhancements to existing FDA-approved technology for mental health treatment. Eligible applicants are encouraged to form multidisciplinary teams to explore new designs and technologies that provide better spatial and temporal precision in stimulation. The focus should be on advancing device capabilities rather than making minor updates to current systems. Key dates for application submissions range from January 2022 to January 2025, with an emphasis on high-risk projects that may not have extensive preliminary data. The total budget for a project is capped at $275,000 over two years. Eligible organizations include a variety of institutions, including higher education, non-profits, and for-profit businesses. The primary objective is to develop tools that improve clinical care and patient outcomes in mental health through the exploration of advanced methodologies and collaborative efforts across various scientific disciplines. Successful applications should outline substantial innovation, integration of engineering and clinical expertise, and potential pathways for translation into real-world applications.
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