NOTICE OF CHANGE IN CONTACT INFORMATION AND EXTENSION OF RECEIPT DATE FOR RFA-NR-04-003 (NINR MENTORED RESEARCH SCIENTIST DEVELOPMENT AWARD FOR MINORITY INVESTIGATORS) RELEASE DATE: August 5, 2004 NOTICE: NOT-NR-04-001 National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) (http://ninr.nih.gov/) The National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)is again accepting applications for the NINR Mentored Research Scientist Development Award for Minority Investigators. This program is described in Request for Applications (RFA) NR-04-003, Mentored Research Scientist Development Award for Minority Investigators (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-NR-04-003.html). The National Institute of Nursing Research is extending the Request for Application NR-04-003, changing the following: 1) extend the Letter of Intent Receipt Date from October 17, 2003 to October 1, 2004; 2) extend the Application Receipt Date from November 14, 2003 to October 29, 2004 3) add Peer Review Date of February 2005 4) add Council Review Date of May 2005 5) Add Earliest Anticipated Start Date of July 1, 2005 6) Provide new NINR program staff contact information under Where to Send Inquiries (See below) LETTER OF INTENT RECEIPT DATE: October 1, 2004 APPLICATION RECEIPT DATE: October 29, 2004 PEER REVIEW DATE: February 2005 COUNCIL REVIEW: May 2005 EARLIEST ANTICIPATED START DATE: July 1, 2005 The National Institute of Nursing Research invites applications to support the research career development of doctorally prepared minority nurse investigators in tenure-earning positions at Traditionally Minority Based Institutions (TMBIs) and at majority academic institutions in the biomedical and behavioral scientific mission areas of the NINR. The purposes of this program initiative are to: 1) foster the development of independent investigators in nursing research on the faculties of TMBIs and majority academic institutions; 2) stimulate nursing research and nursing research training at these institutions; and 3) encourage the development of qualified minority nurse investigators in academic research settings who can become effective role models for minority students. WHERE TO SEND INQUIRIES We encourage inquiries concerning this RFA and welcome the opportunity to answer questions from potential applicants. Inquiries may fall into three areas: scientific/research, peer review, and financial or grants management issues: o Direct your questions about scientific/research issues to: Nell Armstrong, PhD, RN Program Director NINR/NIH 6701 Democracy Blvd, Rm. 710 Bethesda MD 20892-4870 Phone: 301-594-5973 Email: armstrongn@nih.gov Fax: 301-480-8260 o Direct your questions about peer review issues to: Dr. Jeffrey M. Chernak Office of Review National Institute of Nursing Research 6701 Democracy Blvd, Room 712, MSC 4870 Bethesda, MD 20892-4870 Telephone: (301) 402-6959 FAX: (301) 480-8260 Email: chernak@nih.gov o Direct your questions about financial or grants management matters to: Ms. Cindy McDermott Chief Grants Management Officer National Institute of Nursing Research 6701 Democracy Boulevard, Room 710 One Democracy Plaza Bethesda, MD 20892-4870 Telephone: (301) 594-6869 FAX: (301) 402-4502 Email: cindy_mcdermott@nih.gov LETTER OF INTENT Prospective applicants are asked to submit a letter of intent that includes the following information: o A descriptive title of the proposed research o Name, address, and telephone number of the Program Director o Names of other key personnel o Participating institutions o Number and title of this RFA Although a letter of intent is not required, is not binding, and does not enter into the review of a subsequent application, the information that it contains allows NHLBI staff to estimate the potential review workload and plan for the review. The letter of intent is to be sent by the date listed at the beginning of this document. The letter of intent should be sent to: Dr. Jeffrey M. Chernak Office of Review National Institute of Nursing Research 6701 Democracy Blvd, Room 712, MSC 4870 Bethesda, MD 20892-4870 Telephone: (301) 402-6959 FAX: (301) 480-8260 Email: chernak@nih.gov SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION Applications must be prepared using the PHS 398 research grant application instructions and forms (rev. 5/2001). Applications must have a DUN and Bradstreet (D&B) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number as the Universal Identifier when applying for Federal grants or cooperative agreements. The D&B number can be obtained by calling (866) 705-5711 or through the web site at http://www.dunandbradstreet.com/. The D&B number should be entered on line 11 of the face page of the PHS 398 form. The PHS 398 document is available at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/phs398/phs398.html in an interactive format. For further assistance contact GrantsInfo, Telephone (301) 710-0267, Email: GrantsInfo@nih.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS: The application must address the following issues: Candidate o The candidate's commitment to a nursing career in biomedical or behavioral research. o The candidate's potential to develop into a successful independent nursing investigator. o The candidate's immediate and long-term career objectives, and how the award will contribute to their attainment. o Letters of recommendation. Three sealed letters of recommendation addressing the candidate's potential for an independent nursing research career must be included as part of the application. Career Development Plan o The career development plan, incorporating consideration of the candidate's goals and prior experience. It should describe a systematic plan to obtain any necessary basic biomedical or behavioral science background and research experience to launch or reinitiate an independent nursing research career. o The candidate must describe plans to receive instruction in the responsible conduct of research. These plans must detail the proposed subject matter, format, frequency, and duration of instruction as well as the amount and nature of faculty participation. No award will be made if an application lacks this component. Additional information is available at: http://ori.hhs.gov/policies/RCR_Policy.shtml#rcr Research Plan The candidate must describe the research plan and the use of a basic or clinical approach to a biomedical or behavioral problem. The candidate must describe the research plan as outlined in form PHS 398, including sections on the Specific Aims, Background and Significance, Progress Report/Preliminary Studies, Research Design and Methods. Mentor's Statement The application must include a biographical sketch and information on the mentor(s) including research qualifications and previous experience as a research supervisor. The application must also include information that describes the nature and extent of supervision that will occur during the award period. A letter of support from the mentor (and co-mentor, if appropriate) must be included in the application delineating the match with the candidate's research and development plan and willingness to provide the necessary assistance. Environment and Institutional Commitment The sponsoring TMBI or majority academic institution must provide a statement of commitment to the candidate's development into a productive, independent investigator in nursing research. This statement must indicate that the candidate will be provided with sufficient release time from other duties to accomplish the research and career development goals stated in the application. Budget Individuals applying for the K01 award must comply with the JUST-IN-TIME procedures announced in the NIH Guide on March 29, 1996 and May 17, 1996. USING THE RFA LABEL: The RFA label available in the PHS 398 (rev. 5/2001) application form must be affixed to the bottom of the face page of the application. Type the RFA number on the label. Failure to use this label could result in delayed processing of the application such that it may not reach the review committee in time for review. In addition, the RFA title and number must be typed on line 2 of the face page of the application form and the YES box must be marked. The RFA label is also available at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/phs398/label-bk.pdf. SENDING AN APPLICATION TO THE NIH: Submit a signed, typewritten original of the application, including the Checklist, and three signed, photocopies, in one package to: Center For Scientific Review National Institutes Of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040, MSC 7710 Bethesda, MD 20892-7710 Bethesda, MD 20817 (for express/courier service) At the time of submission, two additional copies of the application must be sent to: Dr. Jeffrey M. Chernak Office of Review National Institute of Nursing Research 6701 Democracy Blvd, Room 712, MSC 4870 Bethesda, MD 20892-4870 Email: chernak@nih.gov For express/courier service: Bethesda, MD 20817 ATTN: Minority Investigator MRSDA Telephone: (301) 402-6959 FAX: (301) 480-8260 APPLICATION PROCESSING: Applications must be received on or before the application receipt date listed in the heading of this RFA. If an application is received after that date, it will be returned to the applicant without review.


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