Limited Competition: Clinical Research Sites (CRS) for the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 358275Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358275

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-26-009.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the renewal of the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS), aimed at funding up to 13 Clinical Research Sites (CRS) for a six-year period from 2026 to 2032. This initiative focuses on continuing research into the health determinants affecting middle-aged and older adults living with HIV, utilizing a populomics approach to address health disparities and improve quality of life for these populations. The funding opportunity is part of a broader NIH commitment to HIV research, with an anticipated investment of approximately $34.17 million, and applications are due by May 2, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    grantsinfo@nih.gov
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    RFA-HL-26-009.html
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the renewal of the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS) to continue research on individuals living with HIV. This initiative aims to fund up to 13 Clinical Research Sites (CRS) for a six-year period (2026-2032), emphasizing a populomics approach to study health determinants influencing the health and quality of life of middle-aged and older adults with HIV. The MWCCS seeks applications from organizations previously supported under RFA-HL-19-008 and intends to address health disparities in minority populations affected by HIV. The renewal aligns with broader NIH initiatives on HIV research, focusing on pivotal areas such as comorbidities, mental health, and access to healthcare for individuals living with HIV. The funding source anticipates an investment of approximately $34.17 million across various NIH components and emphasizes community engagement, participant retention, and integration of diverse research methods. Applications must uphold rigorous adherence to specified operational and investigational aims, ensuring the scientific integrity of the study. By fostering collaborative research efforts, this NOFO aims to generate high-quality data that informs effective health interventions and policies for HIV populations in the U.S.
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