Opportunity Information: Apply for PA 07 450
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- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Epidemiology and Prevention in Alcohol Research (R03)" 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 Dec 5, 2008 and posted on Sep 10, 2007.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Multiple Receipt Dates See Link to Full Announcement for details.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Special district governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) For profit organizations other than small businesses County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Independent school districts.
- Foreign institutions are eligible to apply. Eligible agencies of the Federal Government can apply. Faith based or community based organizations can apply.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Epidemiology and Prevention in Alcohol Research (R03) opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number PA-07-450) is a discretionary NIH grant program sponsored by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). Its core aim is to fund investigator-initiated research that improves understanding of the epidemiology of alcohol use and alcohol use disorders, while also advancing prevention science focused on underage drinking, alcohol use disorders, and other alcohol-related harms. In practical terms, the program is looking for studies that can clarify patterns, causes, risk and protective factors, and population-level impacts of alcohol use, as well as research that can inform or test strategies to prevent alcohol problems before they start or worsen.
This announcement uses the NIH Small Research Grant (R03) mechanism, which is designed for smaller, more focused projects than a standard R01. The R03 is commonly used to support early-stage or limited-scope work that can generate preliminary findings, test an idea efficiently, or produce tools and methods that enable larger future studies. The FOA explicitly highlights several project types that fit well under an R03: pilot and feasibility studies, secondary analyses of existing datasets, small self-contained research projects, and projects centered on developing research methods or new research technologies. This makes the opportunity especially relevant for researchers who have a strong question and a credible approach but do not need (or cannot yet justify) the scale of a larger award.
Scientifically, the announcement sits alongside two parallel funding opportunities with the same research scope but different grant mechanisms: PA-07-448 (R01) and PA-07-449 (R21). That means applicants pursuing similar topics can choose a mechanism that matches the maturity and scale of their proposed work: R03 for smaller, tightly bounded projects; R21 for exploratory or developmental work; and R01 for full-scale studies. This parallel structure signals that NIH is encouraging a pipeline of research in this area, from early proof-of-concept or secondary data work through larger definitive studies.
From an administrative perspective, this is a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) in the health funding activity category, listed under CFDA number 93.273 (Alcohol Research Programs). The opportunity does not require cost sharing or matching funds, which reduces financial barriers for applicants and is consistent with many NIH research grant programs.
Eligibility is broad and includes a wide range of organizational types. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (including those with and without 501(c)(3) status, with some distinctions noted in the full eligibility language), for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits), state governments, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, special district governments, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, and federally recognized tribal governments as well as other Native American tribal organizations. The FOA also notes that foreign institutions are eligible to apply, eligible federal agencies may apply, and faith-based or community-based organizations may apply. This breadth reflects the public health nature of alcohol epidemiology and prevention research and the fact that meaningful work in this space often involves universities, health systems, community organizations, and government entities.
The posting date for the announcement is September 10, 2007, with a creation date listed as December 5, 2008. The application process uses multiple receipt dates rather than a single deadline, and the announcement instructs applicants to consult the full posting for the specific schedule details. The archive date is March 19, 2011, indicating the FOA is no longer active today as originally issued, but it remains useful as a reference point for the kinds of projects NIAAA has historically supported under this topic area and mechanism.
For applicants or institutions needing technical help accessing or linking to the full announcement, the listing provides a contact point through the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) Webmaster (FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV). The full announcement link is provided as: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-07-450.html, where the detailed requirements, application instructions, review criteria, and receipt dates would be specified.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Epidemiology and Prevention in Alcohol Research (R03)" opportunity?
It is a discretionary NIH grant program identified as Funding Opportunity Number PA-07-450. It is sponsored by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and uses the NIH Small Research Grant (R03) mechanism.
What is the main purpose of PA-07-450?
The core purpose is to support investigator-initiated research that improves understanding of the epidemiology of alcohol use and alcohol use disorders, and that advances prevention science related to underage drinking, alcohol use disorders, and other alcohol-related harms.
What kinds of research topics does this FOA emphasize?
The opportunity emphasizes studies that clarify patterns, causes, risk and protective factors, and population-level impacts of alcohol use. It also supports research that can inform or test strategies intended to prevent alcohol problems before they begin or worsen.
What grant mechanism does this opportunity use?
This announcement uses the NIH Small Research Grant (R03) mechanism, which is intended for smaller, more focused projects than a standard R01.
Why would an applicant choose an R03 mechanism for this topic?
The R03 is commonly used for early-stage or limited-scope work that can efficiently generate preliminary findings, test a research idea, or produce tools and methods that can enable larger future studies.
What types of projects are specifically highlighted as a good fit for an R03 under this FOA?
The FOA highlights pilot and feasibility studies, secondary analyses of existing datasets, small self-contained research projects, and projects focused on developing research methods or new research technologies.
Are there related funding opportunities for the same scientific scope?
Yes. The announcement notes two parallel opportunities with the same research scope but different mechanisms: PA-07-448 (R01) and PA-07-449 (R21).
How do the R03, R21, and R01 options differ in this set of parallel opportunities?
Based on the description provided: R03 is for smaller, tightly bounded projects; R21 is for exploratory or developmental work; and R01 is for full-scale studies. Applicants can choose the mechanism that matches the maturity and scale of their proposed work.
What is the funding instrument type for PA-07-450?
The funding instrument type is a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant).
What activity category does this opportunity fall under?
It is listed under the health funding activity category.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 93.273 (Alcohol Research Programs).
Does PA-07-450 require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The opportunity does not require cost sharing or matching funds.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes many organization types, including public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (including those with and without 501(c)(3) status, with distinctions noted in the full eligibility language), for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits), and multiple levels of government entities.
Which government entities are listed as eligible applicants?
Eligible government entities include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, independent school districts, special district governments, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, and federally recognized tribal governments, as well as other Native American tribal organizations.
Are foreign institutions eligible to apply?
Yes. The FOA notes that foreign institutions are eligible to apply.
Can federal agencies apply?
Yes. The FOA notes that eligible federal agencies may apply.
Can faith-based or community-based organizations apply?
Yes. The FOA states that faith-based or community-based organizations may apply.
When was PA-07-450 posted?
The posting date is September 10, 2007.
What is the creation date listed for this opportunity?
The creation date is listed as December 5, 2008.
Is there a single application deadline for this FOA?
No. The application process uses multiple receipt dates rather than a single deadline. Applicants are instructed to consult the full posting for the specific schedule details.
Is PA-07-450 still active?
No. The archive date is March 19, 2011, which indicates the FOA is no longer active today as originally issued.
If the FOA is archived, why might it still be useful?
It can still serve as a reference for the kinds of projects NIAAA has historically supported under this topic area and the R03 mechanism, especially for understanding typical project fit (such as pilot studies, secondary data analyses, and method development).
Where can applicants find the full FOA details?
The full announcement link provided is: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-07-450.html. The detailed requirements, application instructions, review criteria, and receipt dates would be specified there.
Who can be contacted for technical help accessing or linking to the announcement?
The listing provides a technical contact through the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) Webmaster at FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
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