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Biological Testing Facility for Contraception & Reproductive Health

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The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) plans to issue a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to provide researchers access to a cutting-edge Biological Testing Facility (BTF) aimed at enhancing contraceptive and reproductive health product development. This initiative addresses a vital need for effective fertility regulation methods that cater to both women and men across their reproductive lifespan, as well as the advancement of new reproductive health therapies. The funding opportunity, utilizing the NIH's X01 activity code, is intended for eligible institutions seeking access to NIH research resources, particularly those proposing innovative and validated methods with potential for future clinical application. Currently, applications are not being solicited, as this notice serves to give prospective applicants ample time to prepare suitable project proposals. The funding opportunity aligns with authorities granted under various Public Health Service Acts and relevant federal laws. The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, oversees the initiative, with Dr. Leigh Allen serving as the primary contact. This forecasted funding opportunity underscores NICHD’s commitment to advancing reproductive health research by enabling investigators to leverage specialized biological testing resources.

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NICHD plans funding opportunity for researchers accessing Biological Testing Facility to advance reproductive health.

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Department Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health

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541714 - Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)View NAICS

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AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health
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The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for access to a state-of-the-art Biological Testing Facility (BTF) for advancing both contraceptive and reproductive health-related product development. There is a critical need for fertility regulation methods that fit the needs of women and men throughout their reproductive lives, and it is also essential to support the development of new therapies related to reproductive health. Investigators with innovative and validated methods for future clinical development are encouraged to consider applying for this NOFO. This opportunity will use the X01 activity code, which the National Institutes of Health (NIH) uses to invite eligible institutions to seek access to NIH research resources. Grant authorities that allow the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development to forecast this opportunity are as follows: Public Health Service Act, Section 301, 448 and 487, as amended, Public Laws 78-410 and 99-158, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 241; 42 U.S.C. 285g; 42 U.S.C. 288; Small Business Research and Development Enhancement Act of 1992, Public Law 102-564, Public Law 118-47.

Applications are not being solicited at this time. Notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop responsive projects. 

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