Opportunity Information: Apply for PAR 08 222
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- The National Institutes of Health in the education environment health income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fogarty International Research Collaboration Basic Biomedical (FIRCA BB) Research Award (R03)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.113 Environmental Health 93.121 Oral Diseases and Disorders Research 93.173 Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders 93.213 Research and Training in Complementary and Integrative Health 93.273 Alcohol Research Programs 93.279 Drug Abuse and Addiction Research Programs 93.286 Discovery and Applied Research for Technological Innovations to Improve Human Health 93.853 Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders 93.865 Child Health and Human Development Extramural Research 93.866 Aging Research 93.989 International Research and Research Training.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 5, 2008 and posted on Jul 31, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 28, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education City or township governments State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) County governments Independent school districts Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Special district governments For profit organizations other than small businesses.
- 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 Fogarty International Research Collaboration Basic Biomedical (FIRCA BB) Research Award (R03) is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant opportunity designed to support small, focused international research collaborations in basic biomedical science. Its central goal is to bring together an NIH-supported scientist and a collaborating investigator based in a low- to middle-income country (LMIC) to conduct a joint research project. The program is meant to strengthen cross-border scientific partnerships while generating biomedical knowledge that can be relevant to major global health challenges, especially problems that are particularly important to the LMIC country or region involved.
This announcement covers a wide range of non-AIDS biomedical research areas that NIH institutes and centers support. Eligible projects may be basic, clinical, or applied biomedical research, as long as they are not centered on behavioral or social science topics or methods. For applicants whose work primarily involves behavioral or social science research, NIH points them to a separate, companion funding announcement (FIRCA BSS, PAR-08-223). In other words, FIRCA BB is meant for biomedical science in the traditional sense (lab-based, translational, clinical, technological, and other biomedical approaches), excluding behavioral and social science methodologies.
A notable feature of this FOA is that it explicitly gives special consideration to research that tackles significant global health problems and that has clear relevance to the LMIC setting. Beyond the usual scientific merit considerations, the program also adds an additional review emphasis on “Research Capacity Building.” That means applications are expected to show not only that the science is strong, but also that the collaboration helps build or strengthen research capability in the LMIC partner context (for example, through strengthening skills, methods, infrastructure use, sustainable collaborations, or other practical capacity gains tied to the project). This capacity-building element is not just a side benefit; it is formally included as part of how applications are evaluated.
The funding mechanism used is the NIH R03 Small Research Grant. An R03 is intended for smaller projects that can be completed in a relatively short timeframe with limited resources, making it a good fit for pilot studies, narrowly scoped investigations, feasibility work, or discrete components of a broader research agenda. This FIRCA BB FOA uses the R03 mechanism but notes that there are additional eligibility, project period, and funding restrictions compared to a standard R03, reflecting the program’s collaborative international focus and Fogarty’s priorities.
In administrative terms, the opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number PAR-08-222, offered by the NIH under the discretionary grant category. It was posted July 31, 2008, with a closing date of September 28, 2010 (and an archive date of October 29, 2010). It explicitly states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The program is associated with multiple CFDA numbers spanning several health and research areas, including international research and training (93.989) and a range of biomedical domains (such as environmental health, oral health, neuroscience, child health, aging, alcohol and drug abuse, complementary and integrative health, and technology innovation for human health), reflecting the broad biomedical scope as long as it fits the non-AIDS and non-behavioral/social science boundaries described in the announcement.
Eligibility is broad and includes many types of U.S. and non-U.S. organizations. Eligible applicants listed include public and private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3)), small businesses and other for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), various levels of government (state, county, city/township, special district), public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, independent school districts, Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and tribal organizations (other than federally recognized), and other entities as clarified in the full announcement. The eligibility list also highlights inclusion of foreign organizations (non-U.S. entities), regional organizations, U.S. territories or possessions, and institutions serving specific communities, such as HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, tribally controlled colleges and universities, and Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian-serving institutions, as well as faith-based or community-based organizations and eligible federal agencies. This wide eligibility aligns with the program’s intent to encourage international partnerships and participation from varied institutional settings.
For applicants who need the complete official requirements, application instructions, and any specific constraints tied to this FIRCA version of the R03, NIH provided the full announcement link at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-08-222.html. For technical issues accessing the announcement, NIH directs users to contact the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster at FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
Fogarty International Research Collaboration Basic Biomedical (FIRCA BB) Research Award (R03) - FAQs
What is the FIRCA BB Research Award (R03)?
The Fogarty International Research Collaboration Basic Biomedical (FIRCA BB) Research Award (R03) is an NIH grant opportunity designed to support small, focused international research collaborations in basic biomedical science. It supports a joint project carried out by an NIH-supported scientist and a collaborating investigator based in a low- to middle-income country (LMIC).
What is the main goal of this program?
The central goal is to bring together an NIH-supported investigator and an LMIC-based collaborator to conduct a joint research project that strengthens cross-border scientific partnerships while generating biomedical knowledge relevant to major global health challenges, especially those important to the LMIC country or region involved.
What is the funding mechanism used in this opportunity?
This opportunity uses the NIH R03 Small Research Grant mechanism, which is intended for smaller projects that can be completed in a relatively short timeframe with limited resources.
What kinds of projects are a good fit for an R03 under FIRCA BB?
Based on the R03 purpose described in the announcement, projects that fit well include pilot studies, narrowly scoped investigations, feasibility work, or discrete components of a broader research agenda, as long as they align with FIRCA BB's international collaboration purpose and other stated boundaries.
Are there special restrictions compared to a standard R03?
Yes. The FOA notes there are additional eligibility, project period, and funding restrictions compared to a standard R03, reflecting the collaborative international focus and Fogarty priorities. Specific details are provided in the full announcement.
What research areas are supported?
The announcement covers a wide range of non-AIDS biomedical research areas supported by NIH institutes and centers. Projects may be basic, clinical, or applied biomedical research, provided they meet the non-AIDS and non-behavioral/social science boundaries stated in the FOA.
Is AIDS-related research allowed under this opportunity?
No. The FOA describes the scope as non-AIDS biomedical research areas.
Are behavioral or social science projects eligible?
No. Projects cannot be centered on behavioral or social science topics or methods under FIRCA BB. Applicants whose work primarily involves behavioral or social science research are directed to a separate companion funding announcement: FIRCA BSS (PAR-08-223).
If my project includes some human subjects work, is that allowed?
The FOA states eligible projects may be basic, clinical, or applied biomedical research. It does not provide additional detail here on specific human subjects requirements, so applicants should rely on the full announcement for official requirements and instructions.
Who is this program designed to bring together?
It is specifically designed to support collaboration between an NIH-supported scientist and a collaborating investigator based in an LMIC to conduct a joint research project.
Does the program prioritize projects relevant to the LMIC partner setting?
Yes. The FOA explicitly gives special consideration to research that tackles significant global health problems and has clear relevance to the LMIC setting.
What does "Research Capacity Building" mean in this FOA?
In addition to scientific merit, the FOA adds a review emphasis on "Research Capacity Building." Applications are expected to show that the collaboration helps build or strengthen research capability in the LMIC partner context, such as through strengthening skills, methods, use of infrastructure, sustainable collaborations, or other practical capacity gains tied to the project.
Is the capacity-building element optional or part of the evaluation?
It is part of the evaluation. The FOA states that "Research Capacity Building" is formally included as part of how applications are reviewed.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PAR-08-222.
Which agency offers this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
When was this funding opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted on July 31, 2008. The closing date listed is September 28, 2010, with an archive date of October 29, 2010.
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No. The FOA explicitly states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes many U.S. and non-U.S. organization types, including institutions of higher education (public and private), nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3)), small businesses, other for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and multiple levels of government (state, county, city/township, special district).
Are foreign (non-U.S.) organizations eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list highlights inclusion of foreign organizations (non-U.S. entities), as well as regional organizations.
Are U.S. territories or possessions eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes U.S. territories or possessions.
Are tribal governments or tribal organizations eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) and tribal organizations (other than federally recognized).
Are specific types of U.S. colleges and community-serving institutions included?
Yes. The eligibility list highlights institutions serving specific communities, including HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, tribally controlled colleges and universities, and Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian-serving institutions.
Are faith-based or community-based organizations eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes faith-based or community-based organizations.
Are public housing authorities eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities.
Are independent school districts eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes independent school districts.
Are federal agencies eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list states eligible federal agencies are included.
What CFDA numbers are associated with this FOA?
The program is associated with multiple CFDA numbers spanning international research and training (including 93.989) and a range of biomedical domains (such as environmental health, oral health, neuroscience, child health, aging, alcohol and drug abuse, complementary and integrative health, and technology innovation for human health). This reflects the broad biomedical scope, within the non-AIDS and non-behavioral/social science boundaries described.
Where can I find the complete official announcement and application instructions?
NIH provided the full announcement at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-08-222.html
Who should I contact if I have technical trouble accessing the announcement?
For technical issues accessing the announcement, NIH directs users to contact the NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) webmaster at FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV.
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