National Institutes of Health

Description

-Purpose. The purpose of this solicitation is to create a network of clinical research sites with a Data Coordinating and Analysis Center (DCAC) to develop common research protocols to study nulliparous women. The goals of the network are to identify biomarkers and understand the mechanism and prediction of preterm birth in nulliparous women. -Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the U10 grant mechanism. -Funds Available and Anticipated Number of Awards. The NICHD intends to commit approximately Total Costs [Direct plus Facilities and Administrative (F and A) costs] of 1.4 million in FY 2010, 3.9 million per year in FY2011-2013, and 4.4 million in FY2014 to fund six to eight new grants in response to this FOA, one of which will be the DCAC.Although the financial plans of the NICHD provide support for this program, awards pursuant to this FOA are contingent upon the availability of funds and the receipt of a sufficient number of meritorious applications.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Special district governments
• Independent school districts
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Small businesses
• Others

Contact

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