§ Federal grant opportunity · PAR-25-283

    Innovative Mental Health Services Research Not Involving Clinical Trials (R01 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)

    National Institutes of Health is accepting applications for Innovative Mental Health Services Research Not Involving Clinical Trials (R01 Clinical Trials Not Allowed). The deadline is January 7, 2028 and the published award range is Award amount not published.

    Key facts

    Funder
    National Institutes of Health
    Application deadline
    January 7, 2028
    Award range
    Award amount not published
    Eligibility
    Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession.
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Health
    Opportunity number
    PAR-25-283

    Program overview

    The purpose of this Notice of Funding Announcement (NOFO) is to encourage innovative research that will inform and support the delivery of high-quality, continuously improving mental health services to benefit the greatest number of individuals with, or at risk for developing, a mental illness. This announcement invites applications for non-clinical trial R01-level projects that address NIMH strategic priorities for mental health services research.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from National Institutes of Health.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before January 7, 2028, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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