WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, invites proposals for the NIDA Avenir Program aimed at advancing fundamental mechanistic research in addiction science. With an estimated total funding of $3 million, the program will provide awards of up to $375,000 across an expected five projects. The Avenir Program, which translates to future in French, underscores the National Institute on Drug Abuse's longstanding commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders in  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, invites proposals for the establishment of Regional Coordinating Stroke Centers (RCCs) as part of the NIH Stroke Clinical Trials Network (StrokeNet). The initiative aims to enhance stroke research and treatment by creating a network of specialized centers equipped to conduct clinical trials focusing on stroke interventions and patient care. The RCCs will play a crucial role in advancing knowledge about stroke prevention, managem more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, seeks applications for the Native Public Health Resilience grant program. This initiative aims to enhance public health infrastructure and promote resilience among Native communities across the U.S.. The grant is designed to support efforts that address public health needs and improve health outcomes in Native populations. Eligible applicants include tribal entities and organizations that work directly with Indigenous communities. The f more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials Infrastructure - Clinical Research Sites. This initiative aims to enhance the infrastructure for clinical research in neuroscience and to foster collaboration among research sites. The grant is intended for institutions that can demonstrate the capacity to effectively support clinical trials, particularly in areas related to neurological disorders more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the NIH Director's Early Independence Award. This initiative is designed to support exceptionally talented early-career researchers who are ready to establish their independent research labs. The funding aims to help these promising scientists bypass traditional postdoctoral training and transition directly into independent positions. Grants awarded under this program will provide a total of $350,000 over a more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the NIH Director's Pioneer Award (DP1 Clinical Trial Optional). This funding opportunity aims to support innovative research projects that will significantly impact health challenges and foster creativity among scientists across various fields. Eligible applicants include early-career scientists and established researchers who propose groundbreaking ideas that have the potential to transform current approac more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for innovative clinical studies under the BRAIN Initiative. This initiative aims to advance research on next-generation devices capable of recording and modulating neuronal activity in the human central nervous system. The funding opportunity emphasizes the need for studies that will enable the development of novel technologies and methodologies to enhance the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control, seeks proposals for Cancer Prevention and Control Programs aimed at enhancing cancer prevention and control efforts across various jurisdictions. This initiative is part of the Centers for Disease Control's ongoing mission to improve health outcomes by providing effective cancer surveillance, prevention, and survivorship strategies. With an estimated total funding of $1,260 million, the program is expected to provide funding for 19 more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Limited Competition: BRAIN Initiative: Promoting Health for All Through BRAIN Technology Partnerships. This initiative aims to foster collaborations that leverage cutting-edge brain research technologies to advance health equity and improve mental health outcomes. The funding opportunity encourages partnerships among various stakeholders including academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and healt more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Limited Competition: John Lewis NIMHD Research Endowment Program. This initiative aims to enhance the research infrastructure and training capacity at eligible institutions of higher education to support health disparities research. Funding for this program totals an estimated $12 million, with an award ceiling of $2 million for each selected proposal. The National Institutes of Health expects to issue app more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, seeks proposals for the National Indian Health Outreach and Education grant program. This initiative aims to enhance outreach efforts and educational resources related to health and wellness in Native American communities across the U.S.. Grant recipients will receive funding ranging from $246,311 to $1.1 million. The program is designed to support a variety of projects that focus on promoting health education, increasing access to heal more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials Infrastructure - Clinical Coordinating Center and Data Coordinating Center. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity for clinical trials in neuroscience, facilitating more effective research and development in this critical field. The program will focus on establishing a robust infrastructure to support clinical trials, promoting innovative method more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the NIH Director's New Innovator Award (DP2 Clinical Trial Optional). This program aims to support exceptionally innovative research from early-stage investigators, providing financial resources to tackle complex scientific questions and promote groundbreaking discoveries. The award offers a total of $475,000 over a five-year period, intended to empower new researchers to pursue high-risk, high-reward projects more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the NIH Director's Transformative Research Award (R01 Clinical Trial Optional). This award is intended to support innovative research projects that have the potential to create or overturn fundamental scientific concepts, methods, or technologies in the health and biomedical fields. Projects eligible for this funding must demonstrate the potential for impactful, transformative advances in scientific knowledge. more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the NIH Stroke Clinical Trials Network Infrastructure - National Coordinating Center and National Data Management Center. This funding opportunity aims to enhance the infrastructure necessary for conducting high-quality stroke clinical trials across the U.S.. The grant supports the establishment and maintenance of a national coordinating center, responsible for overseeing the overall coordination of stroke t more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Clinical and Data Coordinating Center. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding and diagnosis of rare and complex medical conditions that remain undiagnosed despite extensive medical evaluation. The Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) plays a crucial role in providing a multidisciplinary infrastructure for the assessment and care of patients with undiagnosed diseases.  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Clinical Networks of Diagnostic Excellence. This initiative aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities for individuals with complex and undiagnosed conditions, providing innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes through collaboration among clinical and research experts. The program is designed to support the establishment of new clinical networks that will focus on identi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) Diagnostic Research Innovation Center. This initiative aims to enhance the diagnostic process for patients suffering from rare and complex undiagnosed conditions. The UDN is designed to advance the understanding of unknown diseases through innovative research methodologies and collaborative efforts. Proposals should focus on establishing cutting-edge approaches to diagn more ST