(R01 & R21) Behavioral and Social Science Research on Understanding and Reducing Health Disparities

Submission Date: August 20, 2007

Summary 

To encourage behavioral and social science research on the causes and solutions to health and disabilities disparities in the U. S. population. Health disparities between, on the one hand, racial/ethnic populations, lower socioeconomic classes, and rural residents and, on the other hand, the overall U.S. population are major public health concerns. Emphasis is placed on research in and among three broad areas of action: 1) Public policy, 2) health care, and 3) disease/disability prevention. Particular attention is given to reducing "health gaps" among groups. Proposals that utilize an interdisciplinary approach, investigate multiple levels of analysis, incorporate a life-course perspective, and/or employ innovative methods such as system science or community-based participatory research are particularly encouraged.

Two Funding Mechanisms and Details

• Behavioral and Social Science Research on Understanding and Reducing Health Disparities (R01) : NIH anticipates supporting 20- 30 awards, it is anticipated that the size and duration of each award will vary.  Letters of Intent Receipt Date: August 20, 2007.
• Behavioral and Social Science Research on Understanding and Reducing Health Disparities (R21):  The total project period for an application submitted in response to this funding opportunity may not exceed two years. Direct costs are limited to $275,000 over an R21 two-year period, with no more than $200,000 in direct costs allowed in any single year.  Letters of Intent Receipt Date: August 20, 2007.