National Institutes of Health

Description

Purpose. The National Eye Institute (NEI) supports investigator-initiated clinical vision research projects, including clinical trials and large-scale epidemiologic studies in vision research. The intent of this funding opportunity announcement is to provide a framework for applicants proposing clinical vision research projects, including clinical trials and epidemiological studies. Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the National Institutes of Health (NIH) cooperative agreement (U10) grant mechanism. Funds Available and Anticipated Number of Awards. Because the nature and scope of the proposed research will vary from application to application, it is anticipated that the size and duration of each award will also vary. The total amount awarded and the number of awards will depend upon the mechanism numbers, quality, duration, and costs of the applications received.

Who can apply

• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• 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

NIH OER Webmaster <br/>FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV <br/>
FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV