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- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Administrative Coordination Hub for the Pharmacogenomics Research Network, PGRN (U24)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.859 Biomedical Research and Research Training.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 18, 2014 and posted on Jun 18, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 8, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $350,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments Special district governments Private institutions of higher education County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Small businesses For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- 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) Regional Organizations Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) U.S. Territory or Possession Foreign Institutions 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 not allowed.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Administrative Coordination Hub for the Pharmacogenomics Research Network, PGRN (U24)" (Funding Opportunity Number RFA-GM-15-004) is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) cooperative agreement intended to fund a single, central administrative hub that supports the Pharmacogenomics Research Network (PGRN). Rather than funding new wet-lab or clinical research directly, this award is designed to strengthen and accelerate the work of an existing research network by providing the practical coordination, communication, and meeting infrastructure that helps multiple teams function as a cohesive program. The overall aim is to make it easier for PGRN investigators and partners to collaborate efficiently, align priorities, and build new cross-network efforts as they emerge.
At its core, the Administrative Coordination Hub is expected to handle three major functions. First is meetings support, which typically means organizing and managing network meetings such as steering committee sessions, annual investigator meetings, working group calls, and other convenings that keep members connected and moving forward. Second is communications, covering the day-to-day information flow that allows a distributed network to operate smoothly. This often includes maintaining shared communication channels, distributing announcements and updates, coordinating dissemination of network activities, and ensuring that investigators, staff, and stakeholders have clear and timely information. Third is coordination of nascent network collaborations, meaning the hub should actively help new collaborative ideas form and mature by connecting the right people, facilitating early planning discussions, tracking action items, and reducing administrative friction so that promising cross-project collaborations can get off the ground.
This FOA uses the U24 cooperative agreement mechanism, which generally indicates substantial NIH program involvement compared to a typical research grant. In practice, applicants should expect an active partnership with NIH in setting expectations, coordinating network activities, and ensuring that the hub services are aligned with PGRN needs and NIH goals. The announcement explicitly notes that advance consultation is highly encouraged, signaling that prospective applicants should talk with NIH staff ahead of submission to confirm that their proposed hub structure, scope, and capabilities fit what the FOA is seeking. That expectation matters because the project is administrative and service-oriented, and a successful application usually depends on a realistic operational plan and a clear understanding of how the hub will interface with the broader network.
Funding details indicate that NIH expected to make one award, with an estimated total funding amount of $500,000 and an award ceiling of $350,000. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement. The opportunity was posted June 18, 2014, with an application due date of October 8, 2014, and it was archived November 8, 2014. The activity category is health, and the CFDA number listed is 93.859 (Biomedical Research and Research Training).
Eligibility is broad across U.S.-based organizations and governmental entities, including state and local governments, public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (including 501(c)(3) and certain other nonprofit categories), small businesses, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses, among others. The FOA also lists a range of special categories such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving Institutions, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, and other designated institution types, as well as certain regional organizations and eligible federal agencies. At the same time, the announcement is clear that foreign institutions and other non-U.S. entities are not eligible to apply, and foreign components are not allowed under NIH policy definitions. Non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are also not eligible.
Operationally, the most competitive proposals for a coordination hub like this usually emphasize strong project management capacity, clear workflows for scheduling and running meetings, reliable communication infrastructure, and a thoughtful plan for supporting collaboration across diverse scientific teams. Because the hub is meant to coordinate "nascent" collaborations, an applicant would typically need to show they can do more than basic logistics by demonstrating processes for identifying collaboration opportunities, convening working groups, documenting decisions, monitoring progress on action items, and keeping collaborations moving between formal meetings. The NIH contact information provided is primarily for technical issues accessing the announcement, with the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster listed as a point of contact for access or linking problems. The full archived FOA was available through the NIH grants website link included in the source data.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Administrative Coordination Hub for the Pharmacogenomics Research Network, PGRN (U24)".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FOA number)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is RFA-GM-15-004.
What organization is offering this opportunity?
This is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant opportunity.
What is the main purpose of this award?
The award is intended to fund a single, central administrative hub that supports the Pharmacogenomics Research Network (PGRN). The goal is to strengthen and accelerate the work of an existing research network by providing coordination, communications, and meeting infrastructure so multiple teams can function as a cohesive program.
Does this funding support new wet-lab or clinical research projects?
No. The opportunity is described as administrative and service-oriented, intended to support the operations of an existing network rather than directly fund new wet-lab or clinical research.
How many awards did NIH expect to make under this FOA?
NIH expected to make one award.
What is the funding mechanism used for this opportunity?
This FOA uses the U24 cooperative agreement mechanism.
What does the U24 cooperative agreement mechanism imply for applicants?
The U24 mechanism generally indicates substantial NIH program involvement compared to a typical research grant. Applicants should expect an active partnership with NIH in setting expectations and coordinating network activities to keep hub services aligned with PGRN needs and NIH goals.
What are the major functions the Administrative Coordination Hub is expected to provide?
The hub is expected to handle three major functions:
- Meetings support (organizing and managing network meetings such as steering committee sessions, annual investigator meetings, working group calls, and other convenings)
- Communications (maintaining communication channels, distributing announcements and updates, coordinating dissemination of network activities, and supporting clear and timely information flow)
- Coordination of nascent network collaborations (helping new cross-network collaborative ideas form and mature by connecting the right people, facilitating planning discussions, tracking action items, and reducing administrative friction)
What kinds of meetings are mentioned as part of the hub's responsibilities?
The opportunity mentions support for meetings such as steering committee sessions, annual investigator meetings, working group calls, and other convenings needed to keep network members connected and moving forward.
What does "coordination of nascent network collaborations" mean in this FOA?
It means the hub should actively support early-stage cross-network collaborations by helping new ideas take shape, connecting the right investigators and partners, facilitating early planning discussions, tracking action items, and reducing administrative barriers so collaborations can get started and progress.
Is advance consultation with NIH encouraged?
Yes. The announcement explicitly notes that advance consultation is highly encouraged, meaning prospective applicants are expected to talk with NIH staff ahead of submission to confirm their proposed hub scope and capabilities match what the FOA is seeking.
What was the estimated total funding amount for this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount was $500,000.
What was the award ceiling?
The award ceiling was listed as $350,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The FOA states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 18, 2014.
What was the application due date?
The application due date was October 8, 2014.
Is this FOA still active?
No. The opportunity was archived on November 8, 2014.
What is the activity category listed for this grant?
The activity category is Health.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 93.859 (Biomedical Research and Research Training).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad across U.S.-based organizations and governmental entities, including:
- State and local governments
- Public and private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits (including 501(c)(3) and certain other nonprofit categories)
- Small businesses
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Other special categories listed in the FOA (including designated institution types and certain regional organizations and eligible federal agencies)
Are Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) eligible to apply?
Yes. The FOA explicitly lists Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) among eligible organization types.
Are Hispanic-serving Institutions eligible to apply?
Yes. The FOA explicitly lists Hispanic-serving Institutions among eligible organization types.
Are Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) eligible to apply?
Yes. The FOA explicitly lists Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) among eligible organization types.
Are Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions eligible to apply?
Yes. The FOA explicitly lists Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions among eligible organization types.
Are foreign institutions eligible to apply?
No. The announcement is clear that foreign institutions and other non-U.S. entities are not eligible to apply.
Are foreign components allowed?
No. The FOA states that foreign components are not allowed under NIH policy definitions.
Are non-domestic components of U.S. organizations eligible?
No. The FOA notes that non-domestic components of U.S. organizations are not eligible.
What types of capabilities would a strong Administrative Coordination Hub proposal typically emphasize (based on the FOA description)?
Based on the described expectations, competitive proposals would typically emphasize strong project management capacity, clear workflows for scheduling and running meetings, reliable communications infrastructure, and a thoughtful plan for supporting collaboration across diverse scientific teams, including tracking decisions and action items to help collaborations progress between meetings.
Who is listed as the main contact in the provided information?
The provided information indicates the primary contact listed is for technical issues accessing the announcement, with the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster identified as the point of contact for access or linking problems.
Where could applicants find the full FOA (when it was available)?
The full FOA was available through an archived link on the NIH grants website, as indicated in the source information.
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