Biomedical Technology Optimization and Dissemination Center (BTOD)(RM1-Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages applications for NIGMS Biomedical Technology Optimization and Dissemination (BTOD) Centers to support late-stage technology optimization and sustainable dissemination of the technology to the wider biomedical research community. A BTOD Center should be at the leading edge of its field with respect to both technology development and engagement with relevant research communities.
BTOD projects should address biomedical research areas within the NIGMS mission. This FOA is an update of the funding opportunity for the Biomedical Technology Development and Dissemination (BTDD) Centers (PAR-20-104). Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to consult with NIGMS staff about adherence of their proposed research strategy to the goals and mission of the Institute, whether it addresses one or more high priority research areas, and its responsiveness to this FOA.

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages applications for NIGMS Biomedical Technology Optimization and Dissemination (BTOD) Centers to support late-stage technology optimization and sustainable dissemination of the technology to the wider biomedical research community. A BTOD Center should be at the leading edge of its field with respect to both technology development and engagement with relevant research communities.
BTOD projects should address biomedical research areas within the NIGMS mission. This FOA is an update of the funding opportunity for the Biomedical Technology Development and Dissemination (BTDD) Centers (PAR-20-104). Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to consult with NIGMS staff about adherence of their proposed research strategy to the goals and mission of the Institute, whether it addresses one or more high priority research areas, and its responsiveness to this FOA.

Other Eligible Applicants include the following:
Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply.

Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.

Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.