The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) titled "Investigator Initiated Extended Clinical Trial (R01 Clinical Trial Required)," inviting applications for long-term clinical trials lasting 6 to 7 years. These trials must be hypothesis-driven and align with the research objectives of the participating institutes, with no limitations on application budgets, although they must reflect the project's needs. This initiative is crucial for advancing clinical research and enhancing public health through well-supported extended trials. Interested applicants can find more information and submission guidelines at the provided link, with applications due by January 13, 2026. For inquiries, contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.