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SE Regional Clinical & Translational Science Conference: Keynote Speaker NCATS Acting Director Joni L. Rutter, PhD

Join us at Callaway Resort & Gardens March 3-4 to hear the top researchers from across the region present the best new health-related preclinical, clinical, implementation, and population- based research and build collaborative relationships. Learn more .

Funding (* New Opportunities)

NIH Funding Opportunities Specific to COVID-19

This page contains a listing of active and expired funding opportunities specific to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

HEAL Initiative: Discovery and Validation of Novel Targets for Safe and Effective Pain Treatment (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due Dates Vary

This FOA is to promote the discovery and validation of novel therapeutic targets to facilitate the development of pain therapeutics. The focus is on basic science discovery of targets in peripheral nervous system, central nervous system, immune system or other tissues in the body that can be used to develop treatments that have minimal side effects and little to no abuse/addiction liability.

* Corporate Funding Opportunities – Due Dates Vary

Two new opportunities: Oncology Colorectal Cancer BRAF and Johnson & Johnson Food Allergy Prevention QuickFire Challenge. Should you identify an opportunity of interest, please let us know by submitting the Funding Opportunity Interest form. Please note the Funding Opportunities link is for Emory faculty, researchers, and staff only and can only be accessed through an emory.edu email address.

* The Simons Collaboration on Plasticity and the Aging Brain (SCPAB) Research Awards – LOI Due January 31

RFA seeks to fund studies on mechanisms of resilience and reserve in normal cognitive aging in the absence of disease. They seek to fund research on human and model organisms, and areas of particular interest in resilience and reserve in cognitive aging include the vasculature, neuronal plasticity, neural-immune interactions, and sleep.

* Alzheimer’s Foundation: The Zenith Fellows Award Program – LOI Due February 8

RFA seeks to fund research to address fundamental problems related to early detection, etiology, pathogenesis, treatment and/or prevention of Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. The proposed research must be “on the cutting edge” of basic science or biomedical research and thus may not conform to current conventional scientific wisdom or may challenge the prevailing orthodoxy.

Pfizer Global Medical Grants Rheumatology Competitive Grant Program – Due February 8

RFP is to support both clinical and basic science research on the pathogenesis and treatment of Rheumatology conditions through a competitive grant program to increase medical knowledge. Should you identify an opportunity of interest, submit the Funding Opportunity Interest form. Please note the link is for Emory faculty, researchers, and staff only and can only be accessed through an emory.edu email address.

Klingenstein-Simons Fellowship Awards in Neuroscience – Due February 15

The Fellowship supports innovative research by early career investigators. The research should have relevance for understanding the mechanisms underlying any of a wide range of neurological and behavioral disorders, and it may lead to improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of these disorders.

American Council of Learned Societies Digital Justice Seed Grants – Due February 15

The program addresses the inequities in the distribution of access to tools and support for digital work among scholars across various fields, those working with under-utilized or understudied source materials, and those in institutions with less support for digital projects. It promotes inclusion and sustainability by extending the opportunity to participate in the digital transformation of humanistic inquiry to a greater number of humanities scholars and projects at the beginning stages of development.

American Council of Learned Societies: Digital Justice Development Grants – Due February 15

The program addresses the inequities in the distribution of access to tools and support for digital work among scholars across various fields, those working with under-utilized or understudied source materials, and those in institutions with less support for digital projects. It promotes inclusion and sustainability by extending the opportunity to participate in the digital transformation of humanistic inquiry to a greater number of humanities scholars and projects at various stages of development.

Coordinating Center for the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers (OAICs) (U24 Clinical Trial Optional) – Internal Due February 21

The National Institute on Aging seeks applications for the Coordinating Center of the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers program. The CC should be proposed only by institutions with (1) the ability to coordinate multi-site projects as demonstrated by previous HHS funding for a coordinating center of a multi-site research grant, and (2) demonstrated scientific expertise in clinical aging research.

* Simons Collaboration on the Global Brain (SCGB) Conference Awards – Email Inquiry Due February 22

Accepting applications for funding of courses that focus on training in computational and theoretical neuroscience. Courses and conferences that focus on the fields of systems and computational neuroscience are also encouraged to apply.

Yerkes National Primate Research Center Pilot Research Program – Due February 25

Projects will be judged on potential to generate high-impact preliminary data that will result in peer-reviewed research project grants from outside sources and in peer-reviewed publications, and on how well they meet the five major review criteria: significance, approach, innovation, investigator and environment.

Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation 2022 Knowledge Challenge – Due March 1

Supports activities that improve understanding of entrepreneurship and generate practical, actionable, and rigorous evidence to inform decision making and change systems. Focus areas: systems and structures to support inclusive prosperity and equitable opportunities and the future of work.

Technologies for Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities (R41/R42- Clinical Trial Optional) – LOI Due March 5

FOA invites eligible US small business concerns to submit STTR grant applications that propose to develop a product, process or service for commercialization with the aim of improving minority health and/or reducing and ultimately eliminating health disparities in one or more NIH-defined health disparity population groups.

Innovations for Healthy Living - Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities (R43/R44 - Clinical Trial Optional) – LOI Due March 5

FOA invites eligible US small business concerns to submit SBIR grant applications that propose to develop a product, process or service for commercialization with the aim of improving minority health and/or reducing and ultimately eliminating health disparities in one or more NIH-defined population groups who experience health disparities.

NIH Neuroscience Development for Advancing the Careers of a Diverse Research Workforce (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Program – Internal Due March 15

The goal of this R25 program is to support educational activities that encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, to pursue further studies or careers in research. To accomplish the stated over-arching goal, this FOA will support creative educational activities with a primary focus on: research experiences, mentoring activities, curriculum or methods development.

Johnson & Johnson QuickFire Challenge: Improving Detection of Neurotoxicity in Immunotherapies – Due March 18

J&J is seeking methods and technologies aiming to optimize patient care for immunotherapies within the hematologic malignancy space by enabling the early detection of neurotoxic events. Of particular interest are technologies aiming to identify clinical manifestations to predict acute toxicities, including movement and neurocognitive disorders.

Georgia CTSA Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design – Due March 31

Georgia CTSA’s Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Design (BERD) program is soliciting proposals to support novel methodological research in biostatistics, epidemiology, or health services research to advance clinical and translational research (CTR). Review criteria include quantitative methodological research to fill gaps in CTR, innovation, feasibility, and plans for dissemination and translation of results. Proposals due March 31.

Education

Georgia CTSA TL1 (T32-like) Training Grant Clinical and Translational Research Training – Predoc Due February 15, Postdoc Due March 15

The Georgia CTSA, the NIH-supported Clinical and Translational Science Award TL1 program)6 is focused on providing innovative didactic and mentored research training to individuals interested in careers that encompass clinical and/or translational research. The TL1 program provides an opportunity to complete the Master of Science in Clinical Research or the Certificate Program in Translational Research. The TL1 program supports predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees (medical and PhD students, resident and fellow physicians, PhD postdocs, and residents). A TL1 Grant Writing Application Workshop was held on December 3. The recorded workshop is on the TL1 webpage and at this link .

Certificate Program in Translational Research (CPTR) – Apply by April 29

The Certificate Program in Translational Research (CPTR) is a formal 16-credit Emory Laney Graduate School program for trainees who seek to conduct research at the interface between basic and translational science and clinical medicine. The CPTR enhances and transforms translational research training for predoctoral PhD students, postdoctoral fellows (PhD or MD) and junior faculty at Emory University, Morehouse School of Medicine, Georgia Institute of Technology, and the University of Georgia.

Duke Virtual Summer Institute – June 13-24

Duke’s Dept. of Population Health Sciences is hosting Summer Institute for students, trainees, and early to mid-career researchers and healthcare professionals. Choose from 10 workshops that will give foundation in population health sciences, teach a variety of research methods, and provide implementation skills. Early Bird Pricing ends January 31.

Research Resources

Georgia CTSA Ethical Dilemma of the Week

Emory Stem Cell Core

Emory Stem Cell Core is now providing a new service: human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)- derived 3D model systems for basic and translational research. This model system integrates collaborative efforts between basic scientists, clinicians and other core facilities (Genomics, Proteomics, Histology).

Innovation & Translation

Berkley SkyDeck University Innovation Program – Due January 28

To increase opportunities for Emory entrepreneurs in academia, skills training, mentorship, and access to venture capital, Emory’s SVPR office has developed a partnership program with Berkeley SkyDeck. The University Innovation Program is a collaborative initiative designed to accelerate startups led by our faculty members and provide them with competitive opportunities for access to Silicon Valley and Berkeley’s ecosystems, investors, networks, and resources.

Translational Science 2022 – Chicago – April 20-22

The Association for Clinical and Translational welcomes trainees, educators, researchers, physician scientists, and other health professionals engaged in clinical and translational science. Georgia CTSA Community Engagement Director, Dr. Tabia Akintobi, will be on a leadership panel on April 21 from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM to discuss the state of community engaged clinical research.

NIH Technology Accelerator Challenge for Maternal Health – Due April 22

The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Biomedical Engineering is launching the NIH Technology Accelerator Challenge for Maternal Health. Up to $1 million in cash prizes to spur and reward the development of low-cost, point-of-care molecular, cellular, and/or metabolic sensing and diagnostic technologies to guide rapid clinical decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and ultimately prevent maternal morbidity and mortality.

Community

Participants Needed for COVID-19 Vaccine and Treatment Studies

All races and ethnicities are needed to participate in COVID-19 trials. Please spread the word to help recruit minorities, especially for vaccine trials.

Community Grant Writing Academy – Apply by January 21

CBPR Partnership Academy – Due January 24

Funded by NIH, the Community-based Participatory Research (CBPR) Partnership Academy is a multi-faceted training and mentoring program designed for new community-academic partnerships that are interested in exploring and engaging in a CBPR approach to eliminate health inequities in their communities. 12 two-person teams will be selected for the 2022-23 cohort, with all program expenses covered (including tuition and travel expenses for a one-week in-person course, if public health guidance allows).

Events

GENI Launching Seminar – January 21

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM to learn more about “Helping Children Through Metabolic Research: An Introduction to the New Center for Gastroenterology, Endocrinology & Nutrition Innovation" with Professor Saul Karpen, MD, PhD, FAASLD.

K-Club – January 24

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM to learn more about “The Research Funding Game: The Search for Suitable Career Development Funding Opportunities” with Stacy Heilman, PhD; Jennifer Q. Kwong, PhD; Beth Stenger, MD; and Samantha M. Yeligar, MS, PhD.

CIAG Seminar – January 24

Join us in-person or via Zoom at 1:00 PM -2:00 PM to learn more about “Complex Immune Dysregulation Disorders: A Toolbox for Diagnosis and Precision Therapy” with Ashish Marwaha, BMBCh MA (Oxon) PhD, FRCPC, FCCMG.

Health Services Research Seminar Series – January 26

Join us via Zoom at 2:00 PM to learn more about “Aligning Public Policy and Public Preferences for Health Information Sharing and Use” with U-M SOM Assistant Professor Jodyn Platt, PhD, MPH.

SE Spatial Meet Up – January 26

Join us via Zoom at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. This monthly series will cover topics ranging from Spatial Biology to Gene Expression. Each session will feature conversation around publications, newly launched products, and topics picked by attendees.

Listening Sessions: NIH Stakeholders Discuss Racial & Ethnic Equity – January 26, 27, & February 1

NIH wants to listen and learn from you! Join a UNITE initiative session and make your voice heard. The insights that you share will provide valuable information on the full range of issues and challenges facing diverse talent within the scientific and administrative workforce and will help develop priorities and an action plan. January 26, 6:00 – 7:30 PM, Students and Trainees; January 27, 3 – 4:30 PM, Research Staff; February 1, 1 – 2:30 PM, Colleges and Universities.

Team Science Skill Series: “Crash Course” on Team Science – January 28

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM! This 120-minute workshop will cover the basics of team science and will be followed up by deeper dives into specific topics in future 60-minute workshops. Graduate students, post-docs, and all levels of academic faculty are all welcome to attend this workshop.

COVID Force Seminar – January 28

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM to learn more about “Successful Research Takes a Village: Insight gained from the Longitudinal Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies in Pediatric Healthcare Workers Study" with Professor Claudia Morris MD, FAAP.

Climate Change and Human Health (C2H2) Through a Translational Science Lens – February 10

Join the CTSA Center for Leading Innovation and Collaboration (CLIC) for a virtual meeting from 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This unconventional meeting focuses on bringing together researchers, clinicians, policymakers, public health professionals, healthcare innovators, and opinion leaders to discuss and develop innovative and effective ideas regarding climate change in human health.

COVID Force Seminar – February 11

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM to learn more about “Cardiac MRI Findings in MIS-C" with Matthew Dove, MD, “Long-term Outcomes in MIS-C” with Joshua Kaltman and “Comparison of MIS-C Related Myocarditis, Classic Viral Myocarditis, and COVID-19 Vaccine Related Myocarditis” with Trisha Patel, MD.

Cognitive Empowerment Program Research Symposium – February 11

Join us via Zoom at 9:00 AM – 12:00. Attendees will hear from various researchers and collaborators about the work they have accomplished and what they are planning in conjunction with the CEP members in 2022.

CTSA Visiting Scholar Grand Rounds Lecture – February 28

Join us via Zoom at 12:00 PM to learn more about “Parent and Provider Perspectives on Childhood Vaccine Hesitancy” with Duke Assistant Professor Lavanya Vasudevan, PhD, MPH, CPH. The CTSA Visiting Scholar program consists of the CTSA Grand Rounds lecture and virtual meetings between KL2 Scholars and faculty at the host institution and their KL2 peers.

Southeast Regional Clinical & Translational Science Conference – March 3-4

Join us at Callaway Resort and Gardens as we bring together researchers from across the region to present the best new health-related preclinical, clinical, implementation, and population- based research and build collaborative relationships. Keynote Speaker for this year’s conference is Joni L. Rutter, PhD, acting director of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Learn more .

8th Annual Health Services Research Day – May 4

Join Georgia CTSA colleagues at Emory University SOM on May 4 for this symposium and networking opportunity where researchers across Georgia will learn about ongoing quality, effectiveness, and value-based research activities. Oral and poster presentations will be selected from submitted abstracts. Submit Abstracts by March 7.

Annual Southeastern Pediatric Research Conference – June 3

Join us in-person or virtually for the 11th annual conference. The conference will highlight the scope of pediatric research conducted across the US southeast, with emphasis on research from Emory, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Georgia Tech, and Morehouse School of Medicine. This year’s conference theme is "Development and Disease: Translating Insights from Genes and Environment to Transform Outcomes."