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NextTech: Translational Development of Next-Generation Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices (R18 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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The National Institutes of Health is seeking applications for the NextTech program to advance the development and translation of next-generation diagnostic and therapeutic devices. This initiative supports the missions of the BRAIN and HEAL initiatives by funding activities that move new technologies toward first in human clinical trials. The program focuses on overcoming challenges identified in proof-of-concept studies through technology optimization and the preparation of necessary approvals for human use. This forecast, identified as R18 Clinical Trial Not Allowed, is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services under NAICS code 541715. Interested investigators should coordinate with the NIBIB Program Officers for further details regarding the application process and technical requirements.

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Funding for developing and optimizing brain disorder diagnostic and therapeutic devices, preclinical focus only.

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Department Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health

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NIBIB Program Officers for RFA-EB

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This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications from investigators to advance the development and translation of next-generation technologies to prevent, monitor, diagnose, and treat disorders within the missions of the NIH Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) and The Helping to End Addiction Long-term (HEAL) Initiatives. Awarded activities will facilitate the translation of new devices up to the stage of readiness for first in human (FIH) clinical trials by overcoming key challenges identified during preliminary proof-of-concept studies. The scope of the program includes technology development and optimization, and studies to prepare for approvals for human use.

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