Grant Details

GRANT OVERVIEW

Grant name and funding organization

Time-Sensitive Evaluation of Policies Affecting Health Behaviors and Chronic Disease Risk (R01-Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Total funding amount and duration

Funding amount is not limited but must reflect the actual needs of the proposed project.

Maximum project period is 5 years.

Primary objective and mission statement

To support time-sensitive research evaluating policies or programs likely to influence obesity-related behaviors and chronic disease risk.

The mission is to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.

Key stakeholders and beneficiaries

Populations at risk for health disparities, including racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, and underserved communities.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Organization Requirements

Eligible organization types include higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, local and state governments, and tribal governments.

Non-domestic entities (foreign organizations) are not eligible to apply.

Geographic Scope

Applications must be from organizations based in the United States or its territories.

Project Requirements

Projects must evaluate policies or programs affecting diet, physical activity, sleep, and/or weight.

Applications must demonstrate a unique and scientifically compelling research opportunity that requires expedited funding.

Financial Requirements

Application budgets are not limited but must reflect actual project needs.

Cost sharing is not required.

Timeline Requirements

Applications are due by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization.

Funding decisions are intended to be made within 4 months of the application due date.

Previous Funding Considerations

Applications submitted to this NOFO are not eligible for re-submission.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required documentation and materials

Applicants must follow the instructions in the Research (R) Instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide.

Evaluation criteria and scoring system

Applications will be evaluated based on scientific and technical merit, including significance, innovation, rigor, and feasibility.

Review process and timeline

Applications will undergo peer review and will receive a written critique.

Selection criteria and priorities

Applications deemed to have the highest scientific and technical merit will be prioritized.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Unique aspects or requirements

The research must be time-sensitive and demonstrate a unique opportunity for evaluation.

Potential challenges or limitations

Applications proposing to initiate or deliver new programs are not eligible.

Strategic alignment opportunities

Encourages partnerships between researchers and public partners.

Competitive advantages or disadvantages

Applications must clearly articulate the time-sensitivity of the proposed research.

KEY INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Critical success factors

Demonstrating a compelling research opportunity that requires expedited funding.

Common pitfalls to avoid

Submitting applications that do not comply with the specific guidelines outlined in the NOFO.

Strategic recommendations for applicants

Engage with NIH staff early in the application process to ensure alignment with NIH goals.

Competitive positioning advice

Highlight unique aspects of the proposed research that differentiate it from other applications.

Grant Details

health behaviors chronic disease obesity public health policy evaluation research funding NIH health disparities
Time-Sensitive Evaluation of Policies Affecting Health Behaviors and Chronic Disease Risk (R01-Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
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The expected impact includes improved understanding of how policies affect health behaviors and chronic disease outcomes, particularly in populations at risk for health disparities.
Deliverables include scientifically valid conclusions about the effects of the evaluated policies or programs on health behaviors and chronic disease outcomes.
Jan. 11, 2028, 10 p.m.
March 2025 - July 2026
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Applications will be evaluated based on scientific and technical merit.
Applications must demonstrate innovative approaches to evaluating health policies.
Proposals must include feasible plans for data collection and analysis.
Applications must show potential for significant impact on health behaviors and chronic disease prevention.
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Recipients must comply with NIH Grants Policy Statement and other applicable regulations.
Annual reporting on progress and financial statements are required.
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All NIH awards are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement.
Research must focus on human subjects, not animals.