Opportunity Information: Apply for PA 10 256
Apply for PA 10 256
- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Behavioral Regulation Mechanisms of Alcohol Dependence and Related Phenotypes (R21)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.273 Alcohol Research Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 10, 2010 and posted on Aug 10, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 7, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) For profit organizations other than small businesses Private institutions of higher education State governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments County governments Small businesses Special district governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Independent school districts Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities 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 Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government Faith based or Community based Organizations Hispanic serving Institutions Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized) Non domestic (non U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) Regional Organizations Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) U.S. Territory or Possession.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity "Behavioral Regulation Mechanisms of Alcohol Dependence and Related Phenotypes (R21)" (Funding Opportunity Number PA-10-256) is a discretionary NIH grant program posted on August 10, 2010 by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). Its central goal is to support exploratory and developmental research that digs into how behavioral regulation works in the context of alcohol dependence, with particular emphasis on the mechanisms that drive the behavioral characteristics commonly seen in alcohol use disorders. In practical terms, this program is looking for early-stage, idea-generating projects that can clarify why alcohol dependence is associated with certain patterns of behavior, how those behaviors are regulated, and what underlying processes help explain differences across individuals and related phenotypes.
This announcement uses the NIH R21 mechanism, which is designed for exploratory or high-impact developmental studies that may still be at an early proof-of-concept stage. R21 projects often aim to test novel hypotheses, create or refine methods, or open up new lines of investigation that could later justify a larger, more definitive study. The FOA also notes that it runs in parallel with a companion announcement of the same scientific scope that uses the R01 mechanism (PA-10-255). That pairing matters because it signals that the science area is broad enough to support both smaller, more exploratory efforts (R21) and larger, more established research programs (R01), depending on how mature the proposed work is.
The FOA does not commit to a fixed number of awards or a single standard budget size because it expects proposals to vary widely in scope and cost. However, it lists an award ceiling of $200,000, and it emphasizes that final totals and the number of awards depend on several factors, including which mechanism is being used, the scientific merit and quality of the applications received, the proposed duration, and the requested costs. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to provide non-federal funds to receive an award.
On eligibility, the program is intentionally broad and is open to a wide range of applicant types. Eligible applicants include public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (including those with and without 501(c)(3) status, with some distinctions), for-profit organizations (including small businesses), and multiple levels of government such as state, county, city or township, special district governments, independent school districts, and public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities. The announcement also explicitly includes Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and other tribal organizations, as well as additional categories such as Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Hispanic-serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), faith-based or community-based organizations, eligible federal agencies, U.S. territories or possessions, and even non-U.S. entities (foreign organizations) and regional organizations. This breadth suggests NIAAA wanted to encourage participation from diverse institutional settings, including organizations serving specific communities and populations.
In terms of timing, the original and current closing date listed is September 7, 2013, and the opportunity is archived as of October 8, 2013. While that means the specific announcement is no longer accepting applications, the scope and structure remain useful as a reference point for similar NIAAA and NIH funding opportunities that target alcohol dependence mechanisms, behavioral regulation, and related phenotypes under exploratory grant mechanisms.
For applicants or institutions that need help accessing the full announcement or experience technical issues, the listing provides NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contact information (FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV) and points to the full FOA page hosted on the NIH grants site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the official title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Behavioral Regulation Mechanisms of Alcohol Dependence and Related Phenotypes (R21)."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PA-10-256.
Which agency and institute are offering this opportunity?
This is an NIH discretionary grant program offered by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on August 10, 2010.
What is the main purpose or goal of this program?
The central goal is to support exploratory and developmental research on how behavioral regulation works in the context of alcohol dependence, with emphasis on mechanisms that drive behavioral characteristics commonly seen in alcohol use disorders and related phenotypes.
What kinds of projects is NIAAA looking for under this announcement?
The program is oriented toward early-stage, idea-generating projects that aim to clarify why alcohol dependence is associated with particular patterns of behavior, how those behaviors are regulated, and what underlying processes help explain individual differences and related phenotypes.
What grant mechanism does this announcement use?
This announcement uses the NIH R21 mechanism.
What does the R21 mechanism generally support (as described in the listing)?
R21 awards are intended for exploratory or high-impact developmental studies that may be at an early proof-of-concept stage. They often test novel hypotheses, develop or refine methods, or open up new lines of investigation that could later support a larger study.
Is there a related opportunity for larger or more established projects?
Yes. The announcement notes a companion FOA with the same scientific scope that uses the R01 mechanism (PA-10-255), which may be relevant for larger, more mature research programs.
Is a fixed number of awards expected?
No. The FOA does not commit to a fixed number of awards.
Is there a standard budget amount for awards?
No. The FOA does not set a single standard budget size because applications are expected to vary in scope and cost.
What is the award ceiling mentioned in the listing?
The listing cites an award ceiling of $200,000.
What factors affect the final award amounts and the number of awards?
According to the listing, outcomes depend on factors such as the grant mechanism used, the scientific merit and quality of applications received, the proposed duration, and the requested costs.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement; applicants are not required to provide non-federal funds to receive an award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (with and without 501(c)(3) status, with distinctions), for-profit organizations (including small businesses), and multiple levels of government.
Are state and local government entities eligible?
Yes. The listing includes state governments and local government categories such as county, city or township, special district governments, independent school districts, and public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
Are Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations eligible?
Yes. The listing explicitly includes Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and other tribal organizations.
Are community-based or faith-based organizations eligible?
Yes. The listing explicitly includes faith-based or community-based organizations.
Are minority-serving institutions mentioned as eligible?
Yes. The listing includes Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Hispanic-serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs).
Are U.S. territories or possessions eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes U.S. territories or possessions.
Are non-U.S. entities allowed to apply?
Yes. The listing indicates that non-U.S. entities (foreign organizations) and regional organizations are included among eligible applicants.
What is the closing date for applications shown in the listing?
The original and current closing date listed is September 7, 2013.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity is archived as of October 8, 2013, which indicates it is no longer accepting applications.
Why might this archived FOA still be useful?
Even though it is closed, the scope and structure can serve as a reference point for similar NIH/NIAAA opportunities focused on alcohol dependence mechanisms, behavioral regulation, and related phenotypes under exploratory grant mechanisms.
Where can applicants find the full announcement?
The listing points to the full FOA page hosted on the NIH grants site.
Who should be contacted for help accessing the FOA or for technical issues?
The listing provides NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contact information: FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
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