Complement-ARIE New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) Data Hub and Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 358043Type: 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/358043

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-24-013.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for the "Complement-ARIE New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) Data Hub and Coordinating Center" through a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). This initiative aims to establish a centralized data hub to support the Complement Animal Research In Experimentation (Complement-ARIE) program, focusing on enhancing biomedical research methodologies that complement traditional animal models. The program is designed to create a searchable repository for NAM datasets, develop standards for data reporting, ensure interoperability, and promote sustainable data reuse, while also emphasizing the inclusion of diverse perspectives through a required Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP). The funding opportunity is estimated at approximately $5 million per year for a single award over five years, with applications due by March 10, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-24-013.html.

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    RFA-RM-24-013.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Complement-ARIE New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) Data Hub and Coordinating Center," managed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This initiative aims to establish a centralized hub to support the Complement Animal Research In Experimentation program, which seeks to enhance biomedical research through innovative methodologies that complement traditional animal models. The funding opportunity is available to various organizations, with an estimated budget of approximately $5M per year for a single award over five years. Key objectives include creating a searchable repository for NAM datasets, developing standards for data reporting, ensuring interoperability, and fostering sustainable data reuse. The program emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives, requiring applicants to submit a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP). The application processes, submission guidelines, and deadlines are specified in detail, along with requirements for data coordination, standardization, and outreach. This initiative represents a strategic investment in advancing research capabilities and methodologies in biomedical sciences, promoting efficiency and effectiveness in understanding human health across diverse populations.
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