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NextTech: Translational Development of Next-Generation Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices (R18 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications from investigators to advance the development and translation of next-generation technologies to prevent, monitor, diagnose, and treat disorders within the missions of the NIH Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotech

Plain-language brief

What this opportunity funds

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications from investigators to advance the development and translation of next-generation technologies to prevent, monitor, diagnose, and treat disorders within the missions of the NIH Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) and The Helping to End Addiction Long-term (HEAL) Initiatives. Awarded activities will facilitate the translation of new devices up to the stage of readiness for first in human (FIH) clinical trials by overcoming key challenges identified during preliminary proof-of-concept studies. The scope of the program includes technology development and optimization, and studies to prepare for approvals for human use.

Eligibility at a glance

Eligible applicants
City or township governments, Special district governments, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Independent school districts, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, County governments, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), State governments, Private institutions of higher education
Eligible locations
Eligible applicants across the United States
Eligible activities
Health
Matching requirement
Not specified
Registration
SAM.gov, Grants.gov

Application process

  1. Read the complete official notice and confirm every eligibility rule.
  2. Complete required registrations early; federal registrations can take time.
  3. Build the budget, work plan, evidence, and attachments requested by the sponsor.
  4. Submit through the official portal and retain the confirmation.

Change history

No material changes have been recorded since this opportunity entered the hub.

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