Opportunity Information: Apply for PAR 15 196
Apply for PAR 15 196
- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Developmental AIDS Research Center on Mental Health and HIV/AIDs (P30)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.242 Mental Health Research Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 1, 2015 and posted on May 1, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 14, 2017. (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 $550,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) County governments Special district governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- 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 Non domestic (non U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non domestic (non U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Developmental AIDS Research Center on Mental Health and HIV/AIDS (P30) funding opportunity (PAR-15-196) was a National Institutes of Health grant program run through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), specifically its Division of AIDS Research (DAR). The main purpose of the program was to build and strengthen research infrastructure through a Center Core grant mechanism (P30), not to fund a single stand-alone research project. In practical terms, the program was designed to help an institution or consortium create a coordinated center that can support, accelerate, and expand high-impact research at the intersection of HIV/AIDS and mental health in ways that align with the NIMH mission.
The core idea behind the Developmental AIDS Research Center (DARC) concept is capacity building. Rather than paying for one study, the grant supports the shared resources, services, and organizational structure that make multiple research efforts more productive, innovative, and competitive. A DARC is meant to help investigators develop stronger programs of research, seed new collaborations, and generate the kind of preliminary data and cross-disciplinary integration that can lead to larger, sustained research portfolios. These centers are expected to create a hub for HIV/AIDS and mental health research, where investigators can access shared expertise and infrastructure, and where new ideas can be developed into rigorous, fundable science.
NIMH signaled a strong interest in innovative and interdisciplinary work across a wide range of scientific approaches. The announcement explicitly welcomed research that spans basic science; neurological and neuroAIDS research (focused on how HIV affects the nervous system and related mental/behavioral outcomes); behavioral and social science; integrated biobehavioral research that combines biological and behavioral measures; applied and clinical research; translational research that moves findings toward real-world health impact; and implementation science that tests how to deliver effective interventions, services, or practices in routine settings. The emphasis on this full spectrum suggests NIMH wanted centers that can connect discoveries across levels, for example linking mechanisms and biomarkers to clinical outcomes, or pairing intervention development with real-world deployment strategies.
Administratively, this opportunity was categorized as a discretionary grant in the health area under CFDA 93.242 (Mental Health Research Grants). It did not require cost sharing or matching funds. The award ceiling listed for the program was $550,000, which indicates the maximum amount that could be awarded under the terms of this announcement (actual awards can vary depending on the approved scope and budget). The funding opportunity was posted and created on May 1, 2015, with an original and final closing date of September 14, 2017, and it was archived on October 15, 2017, meaning it is no longer open for applications under that specific announcement.
Eligibility was broad and included many types of U.S.-based organizations and government entities. Eligible applicants included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, small businesses and other for-profit organizations (with the exception that small businesses were listed separately), independent school districts, and various levels of government such as city/township, county, special district, and state governments. The announcement also highlighted eligibility for a range of mission-relevant institutions and community-based entities, including faith-based or community-based organizations, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving institutions, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), among others. U.S. territories or possessions and certain regional organizations were also included. At the same time, non-U.S. (foreign) institutions and non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations were not eligible to apply directly, although foreign components as defined by NIH policy were allowed, which typically means specific, justified foreign collaborations could be included as part of an otherwise eligible application.
Overall, PAR-15-196 was structured to help institutions organize and strengthen a center-level environment for HIV/AIDS and mental health research, with the expectation that shared cores and coordinated infrastructure would produce more impactful science than isolated efforts. The program’s broad scientific scope, combined with its center infrastructure focus, reflects a strategy of enabling interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex HIV-related mental health challenges from discovery through translation and implementation. For the complete archived announcement and any detailed requirements about center structure, required cores, and review criteria, the official link provided was http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-15-196.html, and NIH listed the Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contacts for technical access and linking issues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Developmental AIDS Research Center on Mental Health and HIV/AIDS (P30) - PAR-15-196
What is PAR-15-196?
PAR-15-196 was a National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding opportunity for the Developmental AIDS Research Center on Mental Health and HIV/AIDS (P30). It was run through the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), specifically the Division of AIDS Research (DAR).
What type of grant mechanism did this program use?
This opportunity used the P30 Center Core grant mechanism. The focus was on building and strengthening shared research infrastructure and coordinated center activities rather than funding a single stand-alone research project.
What was the main purpose of the Developmental AIDS Research Center (DARC) program?
The primary purpose was capacity building: helping an institution or consortium create and sustain a coordinated center that supports, accelerates, and expands high-impact research at the intersection of HIV/AIDS and mental health in ways aligned with the NIMH mission.
Was this grant intended to fund one specific research study?
No. The program was designed to support shared resources, services, and organizational structure that can make multiple research efforts more productive, innovative, and competitive.
What kinds of activities was a DARC expected to support?
A DARC was expected to function as a hub that helps investigators develop stronger research programs, seed new collaborations, and generate preliminary data and cross-disciplinary integration that can lead to larger, sustained research portfolios.
What scientific areas did NIMH encourage under this program?
NIMH expressed interest in innovative and interdisciplinary work across a wide range of approaches, including basic science; neurological and neuroAIDS research; behavioral and social science; integrated biobehavioral research combining biological and behavioral measures; applied and clinical research; translational research; and implementation science focused on delivering effective interventions or services in real-world settings.
What is meant by the program supporting a "full spectrum" of research?
The announcement emphasized connecting discoveries across levels, such as linking mechanisms and biomarkers to clinical outcomes, or pairing intervention development with strategies for real-world deployment and implementation.
Which NIH institute administered this opportunity?
The opportunity was administered by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), through its Division of AIDS Research (DAR).
What was the CFDA number for this funding opportunity?
The program was listed under CFDA 93.242, Mental Health Research Grants.
What was the award ceiling for PAR-15-196?
The award ceiling listed for the program was $550,000. This indicates the maximum amount that could be awarded under the terms of the announcement, although actual award amounts could vary based on the approved scope and budget.
Did the program require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
When was PAR-15-196 posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted/created on May 1, 2015. The original closing date and the final closing date were both September 14, 2017.
Is PAR-15-196 still open for applications?
No. The opportunity was archived on October 15, 2017, which means it is no longer open for applications under that specific announcement.
Who was eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligibility was broad and included many U.S.-based organizations and government entities. Eligible applicants included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), small businesses, other for-profit organizations, independent school districts, and multiple levels of government (city/township, county, special district, and state).
Were community-based and mission-relevant institutions included in eligibility?
Yes. The announcement highlighted eligibility for a range of mission-relevant institutions and community-based entities, including faith-based or community-based organizations, HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), among others.
Were U.S. territories or possessions eligible?
Yes. U.S. territories or possessions and certain regional organizations were included among eligible applicants.
Could a non-U.S. (foreign) institution apply directly?
No. Non-U.S. (foreign) institutions and non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations were not eligible to apply directly under this announcement.
Were foreign collaborations allowed at all?
Yes, foreign components as defined by NIH policy were allowed. This typically means justified foreign collaborations could be included as part of an otherwise eligible application.
What does it mean that this was a discretionary grant in the health area?
It was categorized as a discretionary grant in the health area, reflecting that it was an NIH grant program intended to support research-related infrastructure and activities within the program scope.
Where could applicants find the official archived announcement?
The official link provided for the archived announcement was: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-15-196.html.
Who was listed for technical access or linking issues?
NIH listed the Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster contacts for technical access and linking issues related to the announcement.
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