National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

Purpose

The purpose of this Notice is to inform potential applicants that the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will participate, effective immediately, in PAR-19-343, "Maximizing Opportunities for Scientific and Academic Independent Careers (MOSAIC) Postdoctoral Career Transition Award to Promote Diversity (K99/R00 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)."

The following changes have been made to reflect NHGRI’s participation in this FOA. The changes are in italics.:

Part 1. Overview Information

Components of Participating Organizations

National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)

National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB)

National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)

National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number(s)

93.859, 93.286, 93.307, 93.172

Part 2. Section I. Funding Opportunity Description

Program Considerations

NHGRI will support the development of resources, approaches, and technologies that will accelerate genomic research on the structure of genomes, the biology of genomes, and the biology of disease; that will use genomics to advance the science of medicine; and that will incorporate genomics to improve the effectiveness of healthcare. NHGRI will also support genomic research in several cross-cutting areas, including the ethical, legal and societal implications of genomics and genetics research, bioinformatics, technology development, and research training and career development. NHGRI is also committed to supporting genomics research that addresses health disparities.

In general, NHGRI supports studies that provide generalizable methods and knowledge. Applications for studies relevant only to a particular disease or organ system should be directed to the appropriate Institute or Center. NHGRI strongly encourages potential applicants to contact program staff in the early stages of developing your application.

Section II. Award Information

Other Award Budget Information

Salary Support: NHGRI will provide K99 salary support commensurate with the applicant institution's salary structure for persons of equivalent qualifications, experience, and rank.

Research Support: NHGRI will provide up to $30,000 per year for the K99 phase.

Other Program-Related Expenses

TRAVEL: The application may request up to $5,000 annually to defray the cost of participation in professional meetings (excluding MOSAIC associated meetings, the costs of which will be covered by the UE5 awardees). Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend at least one NHGRI Research Training and Career Development Annual Meeting while supported on this program. Travel costs should be requested to attend this meeting and should be included in the $5,000 annual allowable cost for travel to professional meetings.

Part 2. Section VII. Agency Contacts

The following contacts have been added:

Scientific/Research Contact(s)

Heather A. Colley, M.S.
National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
Telephone: 301-480-2332
Email: junkinsh@mail.nih.gov

Peer Review Contact(s)

Rudy Pozzatti, Ph.D.
National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
Phone: 301-402-8739

Email: pozzattr@exchange.nih.gov

Financial/Grants Management Contact(s)

Devon Bumbray-Quarles
National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
Telephone: 301-451-7928
Email: devon.bumbray-quarles@nih.gov

All other aspects of this FOA remain unchanged.

Inquiries

Please direct all inquiries to:

Heather A. Colley, M.S.
National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
Telephone: 301-480-2332
Email: junkinsh@mail.nih.gov