Research specifically investigating HIV/AIDS, communication, and communication disorders is limited, compounded by the fact that national databases do not specifically collect information pertaining to communication disorders experienced by persons living with HIV/AIDS. The purpose of this announcement is to encourage research in hearing, voice, speech, language, balance, taste, and smell disorders in persons with HIV/AIDS. -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 quality, duration, and costs of the applications received. -This funding opportunity will utilize the R01 award mechanism. Eligible organizations include for-profit or non-profit organizations, public or private institutions such as universities, colleges, hospitals, and laboratories, units of state and local governments, eligible agencies of the federal government, domestic or foreign institutions/organizations, or faith-based or community-based organizations. Eligible principal investigators include individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to carry out the proposed research. Individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups as well as individuals with disabilities are always encouraged to apply for NIH programs. Applicants may submit more than one application, provided they are scientifically distinct.

Link to Full Announcement
grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-06-251.html

This entry was posted on Monday, March 20th, 2006 at 6:17 pm and is filed under Funding Opps.