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Funding (* New Opportunities)

Small Business Initiatives for Innovative Tools and Technologies for Improving Outcomes for Maternal Health – Due Dates Vary

This NOSI is intended to encourage interest in the small business community to develop various approaches, technologies, and tools to address the health issues of maternal morbidity and mortality (MMM) by achieving a wide array of outcomes, such as 1) the identification, phenotyping, subtyping, and stratification of patients at a greater risk of MMM, 2) multi-level interventions to address racial disparities in MMM, and 3) clinical decision-making that considers social and cultural biases. It focuses on the development and validation of tools, technologies, and approaches, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, that indicate states of increased risk for and presence of MMM.

PHS 2023-2 Omnibus Solicitation of the NIH, CDC and FDA for Small Business Innovation Research Grant Applications (Parent SBIR [R43/R44] Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due Dates Vary

This Notice of Funding Opportunity invites eligible US small businesses to submit Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant applications. United States small businesses that have the research capabilities and technological expertise to contribute to the R&D mission(s) of the NIH, CDC, and FDA awarding components identified in this NOFO are encouraged to submit SBIR grant applications in response to identified topics (see PHS 2023-2 SBIR/STTR Program Descriptions and Research Topics for NIH, CDC, and FDA ).

PHS 2023-2 Omnibus Solicitation of the NIH for Small Business Technology Transfer Grant Applications (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due Dates Vary

This Notice of Funding Opportunity invites eligible US small businesses to submit Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant applications. United States small businesses that have the research capabilities and technological expertise to contribute to the R&D mission(s) of the NIH awarding components identified in this NOFO are encouraged to submit STTR grant applications in response to identified topics (see PHS 2023-2 SBIR/STTR Program Descriptions and Research Topics for NIH, CDC, and FDA ).

SBIR/STTR Commercialization Readiness Pilot Program Technical Assistance and Late-Stage Development (SB1, Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due Dates Vary

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications from small business concerns (SBCs) to the newly re-authorized Commercialization Readiness Pilot program. The NOFO aims to facilitate the transition of previously or currently funded SBIR and STTR Phase II and Phase IIB projects to the commercialization stage by providing additional support for technical assistance and later stage research and development not typically supported through Phase II or Phase IIB grants or contracts.

Preclinical Proof of Concept Studies for Rare Diseases (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due Dates Vary

This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) provides funding to conduct efficacy studies in an established rare disease preclinical model to demonstrate that a proposed therapeutic agent warrants further development. The goal of this NOFO is to spur therapeutic development for rare diseases by advancing projects to the point where they would attract subsequent investment supporting full Investigational New Drug (IND) application development or progression to clinical trials in the case of repurposing or repositioning.

Georgia CF Research and Development Program – LOIs due September 1

The Cystic Fibrosis Research Program is preparing an application for “Georgia CF Research and Development Program” grant from CF Foundation. This will include a pilot grant program, with at least two grants at either $60k/year or $80k/year direct costs for 1-2 years. Note: Proposals submitted for other recent opportunities are welcome to be reused, if relevant to RDP grant’s goals. At this time, we only request a 1-2 page Letter of Intent, so please send your ideas! Questions: contact RDP Pilot Program Co-Directors Nael McCarty, PhD or Jessica Alvarez, PhD .

Collaborative Partnership to Advance Global Health Research (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) – Due September 2

The goal of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to develop, establish, implement, and maintain a successful collaborative partnership to advance NIH priorities, support NIH collaboration on global health, and advance biomedical research internationally. This program will support a partnership between the NIH and the recipient(s) with the commitment and capacity to help extend NIH research-related programs worldwide.

Accelerating Behavioral and Social Science through Ontology Development and Use: Research Network Projects – LOIs due September 3

This funding opportunity invites applications to support research projects focused on the expansion of existing or development of new ontologies for behavioral or social science research (BSSR). The research projects must include multi-disciplinary teams of subject matter experts in one or more BSSR fields, as well as ontology-related informatics and computational approaches. Projects should address health-related behavioral and social science problems not easily solved without improvement in semantic knowledge structures (e.g., controlled vocabularies, taxonomies, and ontologies).

Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities – Due September 6

Two Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) ( Technologies and Innovations for Healthy Living ) invites eligible United States small business concerns (SBCs) to submit Small Business Technology Transfer (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 populations that experience health disparities. Appropriate technologies should be effective, affordable, and culturally acceptable.

Education and Training

MSCR 515 – Scientific Communication for Clinical & Translational Science – Due August 18

Faculty and postdocs are invited to enroll in a fall semester elective course in the Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) and Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) in the Emory University Laney Graduate School. Tuition awards are not available, but faculty and postdocs at Emory may be eligible for the Emory Courtesy Scholarship if employed at least one year. This virtual course is 1-credit and will meet Thursdays from 2:00-3:00pm starting September 7 through November 9. For more information and instructions on how to enroll, contact Rachel Hardison.

Phlebotomy 101 Training – August 24 & 25

Phlebotomy 101 is a two-day introductory classroom and clinical hands-on training that teaches the techniques of venipuncture to research coordinators monthly and is led by GCRC nurses. The course is only offered to Emory, Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), and the University of Georgia (UGA) faculty and staff. Please note: the course is open to research professionals that serve the adult population only. We do not accept pediatric research professionals. Learn More .

Research Resources

NIH Offers New Resource to Aid Researchers in Grant Application

The National Institute of Health (NIH) Center for Scientific Review has developed a resource to help researchers in the NIH grant application process. It highlights institution- and investigator-specific information, including key actions that must be taken well in advance of application submission to aid the research community, especially those new to submitting NIH grant applications.

TEAMS Mentoring Program - Call for Content Experts

Call for Mentors: Georgia CTSA TEAMS Program

Grant Wise

Would you like an experienced grant writer to help provide guidance for your grant? The Georgia CTSA Grant Wise service offers the opportunity for one-on-one feedback from experienced senior faculty on grant writing. Receive support with developing a timeline, reviewing specific aims, writing/editing the text, and responding to reviewers. Grant Wise is available to faculty of institutions within the Georgia CTSA - Emory, Georgia Tech, MSM, & UGA.

Georgia CTSA Match

Looking to connect with experts in your field? Join the new Georgia CTSA Match! The platform encourages meaningful networking and collaboration by pairing researchers based on similar interests. These matches will help you to build networking opportunities acting as a catalyst to spur your research forward. Discover more and Join Now!

Georgia CTSA Ethical Dilemma of the Week

Data Interpretation and Management: Praying Over the Experiment (PDF)

Innovation & Translation

Bioentrepreneurship Networking – August 17

Emory University’s School of Medicine is hosting its second Bioentrepreneurship Networking event from 4:30 – 6:00 pm, R. Randall Rollins, 2nd floor, Room R226. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to mingle with the brightest minds at the frontier of biological innovation and entrepreneurship. The event will feature a short, inspiring success story talk from one of Emory’s own trailblazing bio-entrepreneurs, and food will be provided to attendees.

C3i Validation and Execution Program – Due August 25

The National Institutes of Health is providing an opportunity for academic and small business grantees to participate in an entrepreneurial training and mentorship course aimed at providing business frameworks and essential tools to successfully translate biomedical technology from the lab to the market through our commercialization assistance program. To be eligible to participate, you must have an NIBIB-funded grant award (R41, R42, R43, R44, R00, R01, U01, P41) that is active or in a No-Cost Extension through May 2024.

Lab2Launch

Lab2Launch is the first-of-its-kind shared laboratory at Emory University designed to support scientist-entrepreneurs in a community-driven environment in taking their discoveries from the lab to market, located on the 1st floor of the new Health Sciences and Research Building II. Geared towards Emory-affiliated founders and innovators, Lab2Launch provides critical offerings such as access to scalable lab spaces, top-of-the-line instrumentation, and events and programming. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program

The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program from the Small Business Administration is meant to help increase the quantity, quality, and diversity of SBIR/STTR applications from each for the states. For startups in the state of Georgia that are competitive for an SBIR/STTR, we are able to offer $2450 to help cover the upfront fee of hiring a grant writing consultant to help that startup craft and submit their SBIR/STTR. Note: Most grant consultants stop taking clients ~8 weeks from the SBIR/STTR deadline. Questions? Contact Kevin Wu .

Community

PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s Disease

PD GENEration is a Parkinson’s Foundation initiative that offers genetic testing and genetic counseling at no cost for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). When you participate, you will have the opportunity to improve Parkinson’s research and better manage your Parkinson’s in the future. Sign up today or email for more information.

SPARX3: Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial

We are seeking volunteers to participate in a clinical research trial to learn more about the effects of aerobic exercise on people with Parkinson’s disease. Sign up today or email for more information.

Events

Winship 2023 K12 Intensive Skill Building and Orientation Workshop – August 14-15

Join the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University via Zoom for its 4th Annual K12 Intensive Skill Building and Orientation Workshop. This free workshop will provide two days of intensive training in cancer clinical research methods. The target audience for this workshop includes the K12 scholars, fellowship trainees and residents, as well as APP trainees, pharmacy residents, and other allied specialists. Participants (other than the K12 scholars) can pick and choose what sessions they wish to attend. View agenda .

Blue Sky Group: Health Policy - August 15

Team Science Skills Series – August 25

Join us via Zoom from 12:00 – 2:00 PM for the Georgia CTSA Fall 2023 Team Science Skill Series. The first interactive workshop, “Crash Course" on Team Science, will cover the basics of team science. Register now!

Invisible Corps, U.S. Public Health Service Documentary – Sunday, August 27

Join the Atlanta Commissioned Officers Association (ACOA) & the Emory Veterans Employee Network (EVEN) from 4:00 – 6:00 PM for the documentary viewing of Invisible Corps. This 60-minute film covers the history and role of the USPHS Commissioned Corps in the FUTURE health of our nation and the world. A panel discussion will be held immediately after the film featuring the Producer of the Documentary, Chris Schueler & Rear Admiral (ret.) Kenneth Castro, Professor, Emory University.

Blue Sky Group: LGBTQ+ Health - September 6

Join researchers and clinicians from across the Georgia CTSA via Zoom on September 6 from 11:30-1:00 PM for a session on LGBTQ+ Health. The discussion will be opened by Dr. Don Operario, a leading researcher in this field. Blue Sky Groups provide a unique opportunity for attendees to drive the agenda and catalyze future collaborations and research opportunities. Share your experience, learn from others, network, and find collaborators! Learn more .