Limited Submissions - Centers for Disease Control

Centers For Disease Control - Act Against AIDS Leadership Initiative (AAALI CDC-RFA-PS10-1057)

The purpose of the AAALI is to (1) incorporate HIV/AIDS education and awareness, prevention, communication strategies into the day-to-day activities of AAALI organizations, (2) to integrate HIV prevention in communication, mobilization, and outreach activities of national organizations that have proven reach and credibility within African American, Hispanic/Latino, or MSM communities, and that have not had a historically, primary HIV/AIDS focus, and (3) to create a network of these organizations that can support the shared implementation of innovative, credible, and effective approaches that respond to the unique challenges facing HIV prevention efforts among African Americans, Hispanic/Latinos, or MSM. The AAALI is designed to harness the collective strength and reach of traditional, longstanding institutions to increase HIV-related awareness, knowledge, and action within African American, Hispanic/Latino, or MSM communities.

Solicitation: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=7BPFLyxKXkHhx1MMKzzvQtY7c3z9k33pTSvtDNCshnJ42hjPmPRk!-1975968511?oppId=54568&mode=VIEW

Institutional Limit: Applicants may only submit an application for either Part A or Part B.  Under Part A, applicants can apply to target activities to African Americans or Hispanic/Latinos.  Under Part B, applicants can apply to target activities to Black MSM or MSM of all races.

Because CDC limits the number of proposals, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process.  Prospective applicants interested in responding to this program should send a pre-proposal with the following information to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, May 26, 2010:

1. Grant type (Part A or B);
2. Names and departments of the Project Director and project personnel;
3. Brief abstract of project (1-2 p. max).

A committee will be appointed to review the information and make recommendations as to the University’s applicant.  The CDC Deadline: June 9, 2010

Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Centers For Disease Control - Affordable Care Act (ACA): Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration

Purpose: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits Research Demonstration Cooperative Agreement (U18) applications for two components:

Component A
The objective of the demonstrations is to determine whether an integrated model of primary care and public health approaches in the community can improve underserved children’s risk factors for obesity.  These approaches may include policy, systems, and environmental supports that encourage nutrition and physical activity for underserved children and their families.

Grantees will develop, implement, and evaluate multi-sectoral (i.e., childcare, school, community, health care), multi-level (i.e. child, family, organization, community, policy) intervention demonstration projects for underserved children ages 2-12 years and their families utilizing the  Obesity Chronic Care Model and other similar models. The Obesity Chronic Care Model provides a framework to integrate primary care and public health approaches with an intent to guides the design of strategies, approaches, systems, and/or tools to ultimately prevent and reduce childhood obesity.

Component A Demonstration Project funded grantees will design, implement, and evaluate the demonstration interventions, with evaluation support from the Component B Evaluation Center funded grantee. Standardized measures across sites will be collected to determine  whether the demonstration research project led to changes in preventive services, policy, systems, and environment (e.g. setting, community), and individual outcomes including health, satisfaction, health care utilization and quality of life.

Component B
The results of the Demonstration projects will be used to generate a recommendation that determines whether program components, similar to the awarded demonstration projects, should be implemented nationally for the general population of children who are eligible for child health assistance under Title XXI (CHIP) of the Social Security Act.

The Component B funded grantee, the Evaluation Center, will design and conduct the overarching evaluation that will support this recommendation, in collaboration with the Component A Demonstration Project funded grantees and CDC.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=65553  

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission of either Component A or Component B, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, February 16, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, other key personnel and key community stakeholders;
• Identify component (A or B)
• Brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Deadline: LOI – February 22, 2011 (not required); Full proposal – April 8, 2011

Centers For Disease Control - Alcohol-related Motor Vehicle Injury Research (RFA-CE-12-006)

Purpose: The purpose of this FOA is to evaluate strategies for implementing and disseminating known, effective interventions for reducing alcohol-impaired driving (AID) in the United States and to test the effectiveness of new, innovative strategies to reduce AID in non-occupational settings.

Link to solicitation: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=hnJdPVSGhKm5nQRH7mJDt0hKj04GvN8WP302hhRPQxdX0PQxQMPZ!-757993493?oppId=147354&mode=VIEW   (Click on “full announcement” at top of page)

Limit on Number of Applications: Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, March 19, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• List the Program Name – CDC Alcohol-related Motor Vehicle Injury Research
• Brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Federal agency deadline:  April 2, 2012

Centers For Disease Control - The Association of Genetic Biomarkers and Hereditary Hemochromatosis (U01) RFA-DD-11-008

Purpose: This funding opportunity announcement solicits applications from applicant organizations that propose to evaluate the relationship between genetic biomarkers and Hereditary Hemochromatosis by examining subjects with HFE mutations and their genetic markers, iron-related biochemical measures, and clinical information.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=59104

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, January 6, 2011:

• Names and departments of the principal Investigator and key personnel;
• Narrative (2 pages max.) provide a brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Deadlines:
CDC Letter of Intent deadline (not required): January 28, 2011
Full application deadline: February 28, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Building Healthcare Practitioner Capacity Around HPV Vaccine Communication RFA-IP-13-001

Purpose: To build on prior research concerning communication around vaccines recommended for adolescents in general, and HPV vaccine in particular, in order to identify and test interventions that demonstrate effectiveness in improving provider-level communication and recommendation of these vaccines. 

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: Estimated total funding available including direct and indirect costs for first year (12 month budget period): $300,000.  Estimated total funding available including direct and indirect costs for entire project period ( 3 year project period) $1.8 million.

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicant institutions may only submit one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, January 16, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Building healthcare practitioner capacity around HPV Vaccine Communication RFA-IP-13-001 and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Federal Agency Deadline: Feb 25, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Centers for Agricultural Disease and Injury Research, Education, and Prevention (U54)

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) invites grant applications for Centers of Excellence in Agricultural Disease and Injury Research, Education, and Prevention (Ag Centers). An applicant institution may submit only one application under this announcement. The next deadline is February 4, 2011. See the complete announcement for additional details and guidelines: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-11-022.html.

Dr. Robert McKnight, Department of Preventive Medicine and Environmental Health, is the PI of a NIOSH-funded Ag Center and plans to submit a competing renewal application in February. Per the University’s policy regarding limited submissions, as the currently funded incumbent, Dr. McKnight is UK’s designated applicant for this program. Interested researchers should contact him directly.

Centers for Disease Control - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Centers of Excellence to Promote a Healthier Workforce (U19)

The National Institute of Occupational safety and Health (NIOSH) invites applications from single institutions or consortia of institutions to establish a Center of Excellence to Promote a Healthier Workforce that will conduct trans-disciplinary research, education and translation programs to facilitate the integration of health protection and health promotion programs in the workplace. An applicant may request a budget for total costs of up to $1.3 million per year. The total project period for an application submitted in response to this funding opportunity may not exceed five years for existing Centers and three years for new Centers. NIOSH anticipates funding approximately 3-5 awards.

A Center of Excellence is expected to 1) Serve as a leader in research activities and expertise in the integration of health protection and health promotion; 2) Conduct trans-disciplinary research projects on the effects and outcomes of integrated health promotion and protection projects; 3) Conduct outreach and education activities in the region to create awareness of the value and benefits of healthy workers and workplaces and disseminate the results of research activities; 4) Establish partnerships with community agencies and organizations to encourage participation in Center projects and activities designed to promote healthy workers and healthy workplaces; and, 5) Conduct evaluation activities at the project level and at the overall Center level.

A Center of Excellence is expected to have the following components that together address the objectives of a Center:

• Administrative, Planning and Outreach Core (about 25%of the total budget);
• Trans-Disciplinary Exploratory, Efficacy, Effectiveness and Evaluation Research Projects (about 55% of the total budget); and
• Education, Translation, Communication and Dissemination Projects (about 20% of the total budget).

See the complete announcement for additional requirements and guidelines: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OH-11-001.html

Because NIOSH limits an institution to only one application, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Individuals interested in responding to this solicitation are to send the following information electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, November 15, 2010:

• Names and departments of the Project Director, key personnel, and their roles
• Names of participating agencies and institutions, if any
• Overview of the Center and a description of a proposed hypothesis-drive research project (2 pages)

A committee will be appointed to review the information and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. The complete application is due December 17, 2010.

Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Centers For Disease Control - Centers of Excellence in Public Health Informatics

The National Center for Public Health Informatics at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention seeks proposals for Centers of Excellence in Public Health Informatics. The sponsor anticipates funding four to five applications, with an average award of $1 million (total costs) for the first year and a total project period of up to five years.

The solicitation fulfills a national strategic need to protect and improve the public’s health through discovery, innovation, and service in health information technology and informatics.  The research produced will improve health care, and facilitate early detection and prevention of disease outbreaks and possible terrorist events.  Public health informatics is the systematic application of information and computer science and technology to public health practice, research, and learning.  It is an emerging field that impacts the nation’s health and security and needs to be rapidly advanced.  It combines: (1) the use of public health information; (2) the use of information technology and; (3) the management of information systems to improve the overall effectiveness of the public health enterprise (e.g., the county, state or local health department).

The nature of this opportunity is to support research that will develop, translate, and disseminate informatics knowledge and expertise to public health professionals that is essential to maximizing the potential of information systems to improve the health of the nation.  Public health will look to informatics infrastructure to improve the reach and effectiveness of health promotion and disease prevention programs.  Access to population and other public health data, electronic health records and data, as well as access to electronic health record system expertise are essential for developing many new public health informatics systems in local and regional centers.

The broad objectives of this new RFA are to enhance:

• Electronic personal and medical health record support of public health functions and impacts;
• Basic capabilities that support public health practice;
• Public health decision support; and
• Consumer health platforms to support public health outcomes.

The guidelines require one core and two projects within each Center’s structure.  The research proposed must represent new research projects, and projects relevant to Public Health Informatics research currently supported by R01, P01 or other funding mechanisms may not apply for supplemental funds that extend or modify their scope under this solicitation.

See the complete announcement for additional information and guidelines:  http://www.cdc.gov/od/pgo/funding/HK09-001.htm

Most recent internal deadline: March 24, 2009.

Most recent external deadline: April 10, 2009.

Centers For Disease Control - Coordinating Center for Research and Training to Promote the Health of People with Developmental and Other Disabilities (RFA-DD-12-006)

Purpose: The purpose of this FOA is to solicit applications aimed at strengthening the nation’s capacity to carry out public health activities in the areas of birth defects, developmental disabilities, and disability and health.  The objectives are to: (1) Establish a coordinating center for conducting and coordinating research; (2) Promote the health and well being of children and adults with disabilities and their families; (3) Conduct research in support of NCBDDD priorities; (4) Train health and public health professionals; (5) Communicate and disseminate information with and for stakeholders and other audiences; and (6) Evaluate and report on findings.

Link to solicitation: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=NTT4Ps7QhsTq1Q3R8KtN2HHgDsMqHhrvxkNTqvQX0MDJ1ybny2CL!545677704?oppId=156633&mode=VIEW (Click on “full announcement” at top of page)

Limit on Number of Applications
Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, April 9, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make a recommendation as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:  Letter of Intent (not required) April 18, 2012; Full proposal May 21, 2012

Centers For Disease Control - Cost-Benefit of Incentive-based Smoking Cessation for Pregnant Women (RFA-DP-13-003)

Purpose: The intent is to solicit proposals for a study to assess the cost-benefit of a smoking cessation intervention that targets pregnant smokers. The intent is to evaluate a high intensity and low intensity contingency management (CM) intervention on prenatal smoking cessation. The suggested approach is a three-arm randomized controlled trial to assess smoking abstinence at end of pregnancy and cost-benefit of different intensity levels of CM on prenatal smoking cessation. The 3 arms would include: 1) a high intensity CM intervention for smoking cessation during pregnancy; 2) a low intensity CM intervention for smoking cessation during pregnancy, and 3) standard of care.

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: An applicant may request a project period of up to five (5) years. The estimated total funding (including both direct and indirect) is $560,000 for the first year (12 month budget period). The estimated total funding (direct and indirect) for the entire project period is $2,800,000.  

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicant institutions may submit only one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, January 9, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Cost-Benefit of Incentive-based Smoking Cessation for Pregnant Women and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required) Feb 4, 2013; Full proposal March 4, 2013

Centers For Disease Control - Data Coordinating Center for Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Research and Epidemiologic Studies (U10) RFA DD-12-001

Purpose: The purpose of the program is to coordinate and manage the data from the Centers for Autism and Developmental Disabilities Research and Epidemiology (CADDRE), and specifically the CADDRE multi-site study, Study to Explore Early Development (SEED) (phase I and II) funded under FOA DD11-002. The data collected from CADDRE will be used to support the ability of CADDRE SEED investigators to perform analyses which benefit scientific knowledge and guides public health actions related to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities.

The Data Coordinating Center (DCC) grantee will manage and facilitate the ongoing data collection and analysis by the CADDRE network.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/announce.do;jsessionid=T4BLTL0JkbppFVsCZvs56hfwQ3thZwRXjskCnb2rqlJsr8hvgCJj!1368593367   

Limit on Number of Applications
Applicant organizations may submit only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number).

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, December 7, 2011::

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives, services and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required): December 14, 2011
Full proposal deadline: January 13, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Development and Testing of a Clinic-Based Intervention to Increase Dual Protection against Unintended Pregnancy and STDs among High Risk Female Teens (RFA-IP-12-001)

Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity is to develop and evaluate a clinica-based intervention addressing access to, motivation for, and adherence to dual protection strategies that concurrently protect against unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among high risk 15-19 year old females.

Link to solicitation: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=dtFLPv2TFMbJCnW3xcynBtRQMGv16Rws3cybqhW7g7qcm2MWsy0q!347337819?oppId=139274&mode=VIEW    (Click on “full announcement” at top of page)

Limit on Number of Applications
Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, February 13, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent: Feb 23, 2012
Full proposal: March 26, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - NIOSH - Education and Research Centers (ERC)

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention invites grant applications for Education and Research Centers (ERC) that are focused on occupational safety and health training and research training. ERCs are academic institutions that provide interdisciplinary graduate training and continuing education in the core occupational safety and health areas of industrial hygiene, occupational health nursing, occupational medicine residency, occupational safety, as well as other closely related occupational safety and health fields. The following NIOSH website (http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/oep/centers.html) has information on the currently funded ERCs, including one at the University of Cincinnati; details of this program announcement are available at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-06-485.html. NIOSH recently issued the following clarification that pertains to several items in the announcement http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OH-07-002.html.

Most recent internal deadline: April 20, 2007.

Most recent external deadline: August 14, 2007.

Centers for Disease Control - Effectiveness of Empiric Antiviral Treatment for Hospitalized Community Acquired Pneumonia during the Influenza Season (U18)

RFA-IP-10-007

The purpose of this FOA is to provide support for research to determine the effectiveness of empiric influenza antiviral therapy, in addition to empiric antibiotic therapy, for hospitalized community acquired pneumonia (CAP) patients during the periods when influenza viruses are circulating in the community; data from all funded sites will be collected in such a way to allow for pooling of data. The recent identification in April, 2009 and subsequent global spread of a novel influenza virus, novel influenza A (H1N1), makes this an ideal time to conduct such studies.

Full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=52245

Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, March 18, 2010:  

• Names and departments of the Principal Investigator and collaborators
• Narrative (2 pages) – provide a brief description of your research project plan including aims and preliminary studies.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make a recommendation. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

CDC Letter of Intent (optional) deadline: March 29, 2010

Full application deadline: April 26, 2010

Centers for Disease Control - Evaluation of Treatments and Services Provided to People with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) (RFA-DD-13-002)

Purpose: The purpose of this project is to systematically evaluate agreement between the treatments and services currently provided to people who have Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and the recommendations documented in the DMD Care Considerations. The evaluation will focus on a limited geographic area but the design and results of the study should apply to other geographic areas.

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: Total funding available for this cooperative agreement is expected to be $550,000 over the three year project period.  It is anticipated that one award will be made to a single recipient for up to $150,000 in FY 2013.  

Limit on Number of Applications: Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS Number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, January 7, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadline: Feb 20, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - Family History and Diamond Blackfan Anemia (U01) RFA-DD-11-010

Purpose: The goal of this research is to improve our understanding of the association of Diamond Blackfan Anemia (DBA) genotypes with the spectrum of disease and risk for complications observed among DBA patients. This information will allow us to better educate providers, patients and families and will lead to improved treatment of this disorder.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=58825

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, January 6, 2011:

• Names and departments of the principal Investigator and key personnel;
• Narrative (2 pages max.) provide a brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Deadlines:
CDC Letter of Intent deadline (not required): February 1, 2011
Full application deadline: March 1, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Grants for Injury Control Research Centers (CDC - RFA-CE-12-001)

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is seeking applications from qualified organizations for Injury Control Research Center (ICRC) grants. NCIPC intends to commit approximately $6,400,000 in FY2012 to fund up to seven applications. The maximum award will be $905,500 (direct and indirect costs) for the first 12 month budget period; an applicant may request a project period of up to five years for a maximum award $4,527,500.

These centers will conduct high quality research and help translate scientific discoveries into practice for the prevention and control of fatal and nonfatal injuries, violence, and related disabilities that support NCIPC’s priorities and mission. ICRCs are expected to have a high caliber of scientific and technical competency, be forward looking, provide regional leadership, and collaborate with stake holders and community partners (including state and local health agencies and non-profit, community and non-governmental organizations) in the development and delivery of relevant interventions to improve the prevention and control of injuries and/or violence. Center structure should take advantage of diverse scientific resources and focus on local, regional and national issues. Center functions should include developing holistic approaches that link prevention, intervention, translation, outreach, education, and evaluation. The implementation of innovative, evidence-based solutions that address important injury and/or violence prevention and control problems in a collaborative manner is expected. A specific center theme is not required; however applicants must concisely describe the mission, structure, function and focus area(s) of the proposed center and how these address the mission and priorities of NCIPC.

NCIPC has identified three research and program priority areas in injury and/or violence prevention and control. These areas are priorities because of their high cost, and the availability of solutions to reduce the numbers and severity of related injuries and their consequences. The three priority areas are: 1) Preventing Child Maltreatment; 2) Preventing Motor Vehicle Injuries and 3) Preventing Falls Among Older Adults. NCIPC has also identified emerging areas of focus in injury and/or violence prevention and control that also meet the criteria of high cost and the availability of solutions. The emerging focus areas include: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI); Preventing Unintentional Drug Overdoses and Poisonings; and Preventing Youth Violence

ICRC applications are expected to have the following components that together address the objectives of this announcement: 

• Administrative Core (up to 20% of annual budget – includes direct and indirect costs)
• Outreach Core (up to 20% of annual budget – includes direct and indirect costs)
• Training and Education Core  (up to 20% of annual budget – includes direct and indirect costs)
• Research Core
• Small Research Projects (up to 50% of annual budget – includes direct and indirect costs)
• Exploratory Research Projects (up to 10% of annual budget – includes direct and indirect costs)

Informational Conference Call:

Two informational conference calls will be held for potential applicants concerning this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA).  The calls will be held on June 16, 2011 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time and on July 7, 2011 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The conference calls can be accessed at the toll free number 866-758-9795 and entering the participant passcode: 3170349

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=DR8cNymXHL0H80jXLLhTbLH0ZfbgW817fhh8GY0Xl98r5tncnFfq!-574933939?oppId=90173&mode=VIEW   

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Friday, July 22, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the Principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners
• Brief overview of the proposed center:  3 - 4 pages maximum – including the focus area, objectives, and description of potential activities for the Outreach Core, the Training and Education Core, and the Research Core.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Required Letter of Intent Deadline Date: September 13, 2011
Full proposal deadline: October 28, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Identifying Reasons for Racial/Ethnic Disparities with Completing the HPV Vaccine Series among Adolescent Females RFA-IP-12-004

Purpose: The purpose of this FOA is to seek a cooperative agreement to identify factors contributing to HPV vaccination coverage disparities among adolescent females and to identify possible strategies for addressing these barriers.

Link to solicitation: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=hJQWPzfNn0BG7SFLyv4pZTLWfhZJ1hjhTFrpghFwtvS2fH5qMKvp!545677704?oppId=137173&mode=VIEW (Click on the link at the top of the page: “Full Announcement” to download the complete funding opportunity announcement.)

Limit on Number of Applications
Applicant organizations may submit only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number).

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Tuesday, February 7, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.

Agency Deadline: March 28, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - The Incidence of Community Associated Influenza and Other Respiratory Infections in the United States

Purpose: To estimate the incidence and etiology of respiratory infections in a community-based cohort and define the attributable fractions of influenza and non-influenza respiratory viruses.

Link to solicitation: http://www.grants.gov/search/announce.do;jsessionid=x4XnPMyN2NdYNtPntCxnJGgS9L2KkM9RgjJGHbymfTW5YbrGP3hj!-1175344050 

Limit on Number of Applications
Applicant organizations may submit only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number).

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, January 23, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadline: February 14, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Influenza and Other Respiratory Diseases in Southern Hemisphere RFA-IP-11-014

Purpose: The NCIRD Influenza Division (ID) is seeking cooperative agreements with organizations working in the southern hemisphere to conduct research studies on the disease burden, epidemiology, transmission, risk factors for severe illness, effectiveness of vaccination, and effectiveness of other prevention strategies for influenza and other respiratory diseases of public health importance.

Link to full announcement: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=bnT2NhTHHhYt1xdnQfVZTCQq27vxhp2JX84G30S4ymftmLcmhNJD!375102673?oppId=60954&mode=VIEW

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, February 28, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator and other key personnel;
• Brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

CDC Deadline: Monday March 14, 2011

Centers for Disease Control -  Intervention Study to Increase Use of Standing Orders Programs for Vaccinating Adults in Physician Office Settings - RFA-IP-12-005

Purpose: Intervention Study to Increase Use of Standing Orders Programs for Vaccinating Adults in Physician Office Settings with the goal of improving vaccination coverage levels among adults, including vulnerable populations.

Link to solicitation: http://www07.grants.gov/search/announce.do;jsessionid=df34PdQJrtxX7RFjJfLS2lZn5lgwR3WJG2bgjz1vsyfl49qq81ph!687519751   (Click on “full announcement” at top of page)

Limit on Number of Applications
Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, February 8, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadline: March 28, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Medicaid Expansion and Reproductive Health Care for Women (RFA-DP-13-002)

Purpose: The intent of this FOA is to study the use of medical services and health outcomes among low-income women of reproductive age (15-44 years), before and after expansions in Medicaid eligibility. This research will require linkage of state Medicaid data with other key maternal and child health datasets including, but not limited to, birth certificates, death certificates, and hospital discharge data.

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: An applicant may request a project period of up to five years. The estimated total funding (direct and indirect) is $250,000 for the first year (12 month budget period). The estimated total funding (direct and indirect) for the entire project period is $1,250,000.

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicant institutions may submit only one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, January 9, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Medicaid Expansion and Reproductive Health Care for Women and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required) Feb 4, 2013; Full proposal March 4, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - MEDICAID PROGRAM AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH IMSURANCE PROGRAM REAUTHORIZATION ACT (CHIPRA) OUTREACH AND ENROLLMENT GRANTS CYCLE II CMS-1Z0-11-001

Purpose: The NCIRD Influenza Division (ID) is seeking cooperative agreements with organizations working in the southern hemisphere to conduct research studies on the disease burden, epidemiology, transmission, risk factors for severe illness, effectiveness of vaccination, and effectiveness of other prevention strategies for influenza and other respiratory diseases of public health importance.

Link to full announcement: https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=12264    

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, March 3, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator and other key partners;
• Brief description of your project including objectives, target population and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

CDC Deadlines:
Voluntary Notice of Intent to Apply: March 25, 2011
Grant Application: April 18, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Monitoring cause-specific school absenteeism for estimating community wide influenza transmission - RFA-CK-13-003

Purpose: This funding opportunity is aimed at facilitating research to develop a cause-specific school absentee monitoring system for the early detection of influenza in the wider community.    

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: Estimated total funding available including direct and indirect costs for first year (12 month budget period): $500,000. Estimated total funding available including direct and indirect costs for entire project period (3 year project period) $1,500,000.

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicant institutions may only submit one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, February 13, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Monitoring cause-specific school absenteeism for estimating community wide influenza transmission - RFA-CK-13-003 and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadline: Mar 7, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - National Center for Construction Safety and Health (U60)

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention invites new and renewal cooperative agreement applications for a NIOSH supported National Center for Construction Safety and Health.  This Center is intended to serve as an integrated, multi-disciplinary occupational safety and health resource for the entire U.S. construction sector. The overall objective is to make major contributions to improve construction worker health and safety as evidenced by well-accepted intermediate outcomes (e.g. evidence that research led to improved policies, procedures, training, tools, consensus standards, etc.) leading ultimately to improved end outcomes (e.g. reduced injuries, fatalities, exposures, or illnesses). Center efforts should improve upon prior construction research and prevention activities, and on the National Construction Agenda research and practice goals developed by the NORA Construction Sector Council. NIOSH anticipates making one award up to $5 M annually for up to 5 years in duration. 

According to the NIH CRISP database, NIOSH funded a Center for Innovation in Construction Safety and Health (5U19OH008308) at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 9/15/2004 – 6/30/2009.

For information and details about the requirements see the complete announcement: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OH-09-001.html

Most recent internal deadline: April 20, 2009.

Most recent external deadline: May 15, 2009.

Centers for Disease Control - National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry Public Health Conference Support Program (CDC FOA EH 13-1306)

Purpose: The National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (NCEH/ATSDR) believes that conferences and similar meetings are critical for the development and implementation of effective programs that promote healthy environments, prevent adverse health effects from hazardous substances, and that address factors that make Americans and American communities vulnerable to environmental threats. In an effort to support such collaboration, NCEH/ATSDR announces this one-year conference support award program to provide partial funding for conferences focused on environmental health issues. 

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: NCEH/ATSDR anticipates making between four and eight awards, with no award greater than $100,000.

Cost Sharing: At least 1% of the funds used to support conferences awarded under this FOA must come from non-Federal sources.

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicants can submit only one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, April 11, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• A brief description of conference plans including objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).
• A budget with the proposed non-federal source of funding for at least 1% of the requested amount. Note:  Because of ongoing commitments, the Office of the Vice President for Research is unable to provide matching funds.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required): April 15, 2013
Application Deadline: May 2, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - NIOSH - National Center of Excellence for the Prevention of Childhood Agricultural Injury

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) intends to commit up to $850,000 in direct costs per year for a maximum of five years in support for a National Center of Excellence for the Prevention of Childhood Agricultural Injury.  This center is to expected to 1) serve as a leader to facilitate prevention efforts and activities; 2) provide or enhance efforts to prevent injuries occurring to children who live on, work on, or visit farms, or are associated with other agricultural activities that pose a risk to children; 3) establish linkages and partnerships with the agricultural community to facilitate childhood agricultural injury prevention; 4) identify, disseminate, and facilitate the use of state-of-the-art information and programs to prevent childhood agricultural injuries; 5) provide recommendations, which incorporate input from the diverse stakeholders within childhood agricultural safety and health, for guiding childhood agricultural injury prevention efforts; and 6) conduct research to improve the safety and health of children who live on, work on, or visit farms.

The complete announcement is available at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OH-08-006.html

Most recent internal deadline: March 18, 2008.

Most recent external deadline: April 10, 2008. 

Centers for Disease Control - National Programs to Improve the Health and Educational Outcomes of Young People CDC–RFA-DP11-1101

Purpose: The purpose of this program, National Programs to Improve the Health and Educational Outcomes of Young People, is to improve child and adolescent health by helping schools and communities create an environment that fosters a culture of wellness and makes healthy choices the easy choice.

This program is intended to fund Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) to establish and maintain policy, systems, and environmental change strategies across the country to achieve desired outcomes in the following eight (8) Priority Areas:

Priority 1:  Coordinated School Health (CSH)
Priority 2:  Sexual Health including HIV, other STD, and Teen Pregnancy Prevention (SH)
Priority 3:  Physical Education/Physical Activity (PE/PA)
Priority 4:  Nutrition
Priority 5:  Asthma Management (AM)
Priority 6:  Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis (FAA)
Priority 7:  School Health Services (SHS)
Priority 8:  Professional Development (PD)

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=Wr9hN3RMM4JJjvWJVmJPcnvlKLYpvDQBySMMh1HDJGQ1G9mJQ703!-1220005410?oppId=65234&mode=VIEW

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to 2 applications, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, February 2, 2011:

• Names and departments of the principal Investigator, key personnel and community or school partners;
• Priority areas to be covered;
• Narrative (2 pages) – provide a brief description of project goals, previous experience and planned activities.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submissions. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.); CDC full application deadline: March 4, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Centers (T42) PAR-10-217

UK just received an award under this program and is not eligible to submit another application at this time.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention invites grant applications for Education and Research Centers (ERC) that are focused on occupational safety and health training and research training.  ERCs are academic institutions that provide interdisciplinary graduate training and continuing education in the core occupational safety and health areas of 1) occupational medicine residency (OMR), 2) occupational health nursing (OHN), 3) industrial hygiene (IH), and 4) occupational safety (OS), and other fields closely related to occupational safety and health. An ERC may provide training in as many core or allied program areas as resources allow; however, it must be demonstrated that students will be exposed to the principles and issues in all four core disciplines.  See the complete program announcement for details on the specific requirements: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-10-217.html

***Centers for Disease Control - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Occupational Safety and Health Training Project Grants***

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) invites grant applications for Training Project Grants that are focused on occupational safety and health training and on research training. An applicant institution may submit only one application under this announcement.  The next deadline is December 17, 2010. See the complete announcement for additional details and guidelines:  http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-10-288.html.

Dr. Robert McKnight, Department of Preventive Medicine and Environmental Health, is completing Year 5 of a NIOSH-funded training grant and plans to submit a competing renewal application in December.  Per the University’s policy regarding limited submissions, as the currently funded incumbent, Dr. McKnight is UK’s designated applicant for this program.  Interested researchers should contact him directly.

Centers for Disease Control - Pilot Longitudinal Data Collection to inform Public Health - Fragile X Syndrome RFA-DD-11-007

Purpose: This FOA solicits proposals to support a Consortium with two primary objectives: 1) promote longitudinal data collection from fragile X clinical centers, and 2) support a comprehensive data management and analysis center. Patient, parent, clinician, and laboratory reported data will be collected, analyzed, and disseminated to increase knowledge about the impact of fragile X syndrome across the lifespan.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=58813

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, December 16, 2010:

• Names and departments of the principal Investigator and collaborators;
• List of participating institutions and performance sites;
• Narrative (2 pages) – provide a brief description of your research project plan including objectives and primary activities.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Deadlines:
CDC Letter of Intent deadline (not required) : December 20, 2010
Full application deadline: January 18, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Pilot for State-specific Cross-Sectional Surveillance of Persons with Rare Disorders and Longitudinal Assessment of Outcomes RFA-DD-11-004

Purpose: This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) has two objectives. For both Objectives 1 and 2 CDC solicits U01 cooperative agreement applications to investigate factors that influence well-being for young adults (ages 15-24 years) with rare disorders in three key domains (health, education or work, and social participation). Such investigations are needed for states’ cross-sectional surveillance efforts to document the outcomes and service use of these young adults (Objective 1). For this FOA, CDC will consider spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, and fragile x syndrome as prototypes of rare disorders. Through retrospective, longitudinal observation, these investigations may generate reasons for suboptimal outcomes among some of these young adults (Objective 2) and point the way toward changes that can improve the well-being of future young adults.

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&oppId=59313

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in submitting a proposal are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, January 12, 2011:

• Names and departments of the principal Investigator and key personnel;
• Narrative (2 pages max.) provide a brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities.

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Deadlines:
CDC Letter of Intent deadline (not required): February 15, 2011
Full application deadline: March 15, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - A Pilot Surveillance System for High Impact/Low Prevalence Congenital and Inherited Conditions

Purpose: This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) solicits U01 cooperative agreement applications to design and test the feasibility of a surveillance system for congenital and inherited conditions that have low prevalence, but high health and economic impact in the U.S. Population.  Such a system will be used by agencies and organizations to describe the burden of disease and disability from these conditions and inform and evaluate policies and interventions aimed at improving health services and health outcomes among people affected by these conditions and their families.

Link to Grants.gov announcement: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=7LtcPLJbLgg0b1nfd9TT2vGdXBqwQcGbyy20VTHPn6Rn0rpgBBJr!-102435184?oppId=136633&mode=VIEW (guidelines are downloadable under “Full Announcement” link)

Limit on Number of Applications
Applicant organizations may submit only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number).

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, January 30, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required): February 2, 2012
Full proposal deadline: March 2, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Prevalence and Incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease RFA-DP-13-001

Purpose: To conduct an epidemiological research study to obtain estimates of the prevalence and incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in populations and to define the demographic and clinical characteristics of IBD and its impact on the health of affected persons.

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: Total funding available for this cooperative agreement is expected to be $550,000 over the three year project period.  It is anticipated that one award will be made to a single recipient for up to $150,000 in FY 2013.  

Limit on Number of Applications: Only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS Number) is allowed.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, January 14, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Prevalence and Incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease RFA-DP-13-001 and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Federal Agency Deadline: Feb 20, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - Public Health Conference Support Program

Purpose: The Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) announce the pending availability of appropriated fiscal year (FY) 2012 funds forthe CDC/ATSDR Public Health Conference Support Program for conferences planned to occur within the date range of May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013.

Topic areas:

100.1  Health effects of hazardous substances in the environment and other environmental hazards (e.g., radiation, algal blooms)

100.2  Disease and toxic substance exposure registries

100.3  Preventing and mitigating exposures to hazardous substances

100.4  Lead Poisoning Prevention/Healthy Homes

100.5  Environmental Health Services Capacity Building

100.6  Built Environment/Healthy Community Design

100.7  Brownfields and Land Reuse

100.8  Air Pollution, Respiratory Health, Asthma

100.9  Environmental Public Health Surveillance and Tracking

100.10  Laboratory Sciences (e.g., newborn screening, clinical chemistry, organic and inorganic analytical toxicology, nutritional biochemistry, air toxicants, molecular biology)

100.11  Emergency Preparedness and Response (e.g., chemical, environmental, radiological, or natural disasters; climate change)

100.12  Environmental Health Communication, Marketing, Risk Communication, and Health Education

100.13  Environmental Health Policy

100.14  Environmental Health Workforce Development

Link to Grants.gov:
http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=2PQQTxgMXdpmPJvbZ032Hxgs1dJBtg32nbDytXM5bpMLj6wnbhjB!347337819?oppId=134673&mode=VIEW

Limit on Number of Applications
Applicant organizations may submit only one application per institution (normally identified by having a unique DUNS number).

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Tuesday, January 10, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or conference partners
• Topic area of conference
• Brief description of conference speakers, activities, and timeline (2 pages max.)

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required): January 18, 2012
Full proposal deadline: February 2, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Public Health Surveillance for the Prevention of Complications of Bleeding and Clotting Disorders CDC- RFA-DD11-1103

Purpose: The purpose of the program is to provide support and assistance through CDC cooperative agreements for non-research activities for the collection, aggregation and use of data describing the epidemiologic characteristics of people with bleeding and clotting disorders and the complications of these disorders, in order to monitor health indicators for these populations.

The program consists of two modules, one for collection of information on patients who do not receive care in hemophilia treatment centers (HTCs) (Module A) and one for collection of information on patients who are cared for in HTCs (Module B);

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=PFzgNtCHdcT1nnmR5CpLkYpVn2tv6K2GvzLXgtCFXTwPGq157HjL!-1546227132?oppId=86544&mode=VIEW

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission (either Module A or Module B), the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, May 4, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Specify Module A or Module B and provide a brief description of your project plan including objectives and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Optional Letter of Intent Deadline Date: May 4, 2011
Full proposal deadline: June 2, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Public Prevention Health Fund: Community Transformation Grants CDC-RFA-DP11-1103PPHF11

Purpose: The purpose of this program is to create healthier communities by 1) building capacity to implement broad evidence and practice-based policy, environmental, programmatic and infrastructure changes, as appropriate, in large counties, and in states, tribes and territories, including in rural and frontier areas; and 2) supporting implementation of such interventions in five strategic areas (“Strategic Directions”) aligning with “Healthy People 2020” focus areas and achieving demonstrated progress in the following five performance measures outlined in the Affordable Care Act: 1) changes in weight, 2) changes in proper nutrition, 3) changes in physical activity, 4) changes in tobacco use prevalence, and 5) changes in emotional well being and overall mental health, as well as other program-specific measures. 

In order to achieve this, successful applicants will implement policy, environmental, programmatic, and infrastructure changes described by the strategic directions listed to achieve the intended outcomes.  This FOA specifically addresses five “Strategic Directions:” tobacco-free living, active living and healthy eating, high impact evidence-based clinical and other preventive services, social and emotional wellness, and healthy and safe physical environment. Among these priorities, capacity building and implementation programs should focus on tobacco-free living, active living and healthy eating, and evidence-based quality clinical and other preventive services, specifically prevention and control of high blood pressure. 

This FOA solicits applications from eligible entities to receive funding through cooperative agreements to develop and build capacity (Category A) and to implement interventions (Category B) consistent with the five strategic directions listed in this FOA across the health and wellness spectrum, each of which can prevent or control chronic conditions. All capacity building activities and implementation strategies selected by applicants should be associated with specific measures to achieve health equity, eliminate health disparities, and improve the health of the population and population subgroups.

Link to full announcement: http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=c2TyNRtCPHYGhn0nn2y2LyFvvtg4QT4WBzjgGz2tvhDSV7B6nZMp!1844419985?oppId=93873&mode=VIEW

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission (either Category A or Category B), the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Tuesday, May 31, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator and other key personnel or partners
• Project narrative (2 pages maximum) – specify the category (A – building capacity; B – implementing intervention) and provide a description of the project plan including objectives and primary activities

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Required letter of intent deadline date: June 6, 2011
Full proposal deadline: July 15, 2011

Centers for Disease Control - Quantifying Social Contact Rates and Mixing Patterns in the U.S. Population - RFA-CK-13-004

Purpose: The purpose of this funding opportunity is to facilitate research to describe social contact and mixing patterns in the U.S. population.  Results from this research will improve contact rate estimation and parameterization for infectious disease transmission models that can be used to evaluate infectious disease prevention and control strategies. 

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Amount: Estimated total funding available including direct and indirect costs for first year (12 month budget period):  $1,000,000.  The project period will run from 09/1/2013 to 08/31/2014.

Limit on Number of Applications: Eligible applicant institutions may only submit one application.

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Wednesday, February 13, 2013:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator and other key personnel or partners;
• Title the proposal Quantifying Social Contact Rates and Mixing Patterns in the U.S. Population - RFA-CK-13-004 and provide a brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (1-2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadline: Mar 7, 2013

Centers for Disease Control - Reducing Health Disparities among People with Intellectual Disabilities 

Purpose:

Through this announcement, the CDC intends to fund applications that have the potential to yield high impact research results by reducing overall burden and, thereby, improving population on a large scale among people with intellectual disabilities.

Component A of this FOA involves research that provides improved understanding of factors associated with disparities and unmet need within the intellectual disabilities population. These may include programs, policies and practices that contribute to improved health and well-being such as behavioral interventions, federal, state or community program participation, health delivery system enhancements or redesign, policies that promote social capital and integration, the role of training, and public health campaigns that may target or include intellectual disabilities populations. 

Component B of this FOA involves research to determine best practices that already may exist that appear effective in reducing disparities for this population. In building upon Component A, this research is intended to play a translational role in contributing to the adaptation of wider public health strategies that improve the health and well-being of people with intellectual disabilities by improving our understanding of risk factors contributing to unmet need (Component A) and developing a knowledge repository of programs, policies and practices that show evidence or promise of addressing these needs.

Link to Grants.gov announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=hKwTTz2h1FhpmF0CnTXhzgP1brD4KXZkmZJLVV8TvvqGGNnKP39M!1265931165?oppId=134973&mode=VIEW 

Institutional Limit: Applicants may apply for Component A, Component B, or both; however, applicants should submit separate applications for each component.  

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one application per component (A or B), the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, January 12, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Specify which component the proposed project addresses (A or B)
• Brief description of the project plan including objectives and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Agency Deadlines:
Letter of Intent (not required) January 19, 2012
Full proposal: February 13, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Research to Prevent Prescription Drug Overdoses (RFA-CE-12-007)

Purpose:  This funding opportunity announcement encourages research that will build the scientific base for the prevention of unintentional poisonings from drug overdoses in the adolescent and adult population (ages 15 to 64 years) in the United States. It solicits proposals from organizations to conduct exploratory/developmental research that evaluates novel approaches to drug overdose prevention and addresses the NCIPC’s research agenda priorities related to unintentional poisoning. It is meant to engage professionals from a wide spectrum of disciplines including epidemiology, community medicine, pharmacology, biostatistics, public policy, public health law, justice, and behavioral and social sciences.

Link to solicitation: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=pGJmPVLT369MNGvLXfMYM3chnnDCxhWGlx6D1yl2yQfw4XNWWCFv!-335065855?oppId=147355&mode=VIEW    (Click on “full announcement” at top of page)

Limit on Number of Applications:  Only one application per organization is permitted under this FOA.

Internal Competition:  Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Monday, March 19, 2012:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel or partners;
• Brief description of project plan including research objectives and activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

Federal agency deadline:  April 2, 2012

Centers for Disease Control - Virologic Evaluation of the Modes of Influenza Virus Transmission among Humans (U01) RFA-DP-11-007

Purpose: The purpose of the FOA is to solicit proposals for conducting influenza transmission studies in humans to ascertain the relative contribution of different modes of influenza virus transmission among humans, further define the duration of viral shedding, and better understand influenza virus environmental contamination and how these factors contribute to human transmission.  Studies that propose exposure of humans to vaccine strains from live attenuated influenza vaccine or inactive vaccines would be considered unresponsive to this FOA. 

Link to full announcement: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=tMv1NksLmhWqKWysjbgpvvKptr4mFvQx7BQ29RL24gJ2yvnTLnnL!580479055?oppId=72093&mode=VIEW

Internal Competition: Because CDC limits an institution to one submission, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process. Researchers interested in applying are to submit the following material electronically to the Office of the Vice President for Research at vpr@email.uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Thursday, March 10, 2011:

• Names and departments or affiliations of the principal Investigator, and other key personnel;
• Brief description of your research plan including objectives and primary activities (2 pages max.).

A committee will be convened to review the material and make recommendations as to the University’s submission. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)

CDC deadline: March 29, 2011