NIDA Research Center of Excellence Grant Program (P50 Clinical Trial Optional)
ID: 345364Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/345364

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-23-076.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), has announced the P50 Research Center of Excellence Grant Program, aimed at supporting multidisciplinary research on substance use and addiction. This initiative seeks to establish research centers that will conduct innovative studies, mentor new investigators, and serve as national resources for educational outreach in the field of drug abuse research. Eligible applicants include a diverse range of organizations, such as higher education institutions and community-based organizations, with funding available for projects not exceeding $10 million over a maximum period of five years. Key deadlines for application submissions begin on August 25, 2023, with the final submission date set for September 25, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has released a funding opportunity announcement for the P50 Research Center of Excellence Grant Program. This initiative aims to support multidisciplinary research on substance use and addiction, including its intersection with HIV. The centers are expected to foster innovative science, mentor new investigators, and serve as national resources to enhance educational outreach. Applications are invited from various eligible organizations, including higher education institutions, nonprofits, and government entities, with budgets not exceeding $10 million for a maximum project period of five years. Key submission dates start on August 25, 2023, with deadlines for application submissions occurring periodically up to September 25, 2025. Applicants must adhere to strict guidelines and include a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives to ensure inclusivity and effectiveness in research. Each center should exhibit scientific innovation, coordination among research projects, and potential to become a valuable resource in the substance use research community, ultimately influencing methods and practices within the field.
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