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NIH Research Grant for Infant Influenza Immunity Studies

This opportunity from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supports research on infant and childhood immunity to influenza: - Government Buyer: - National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Products/Services Requested: - Establishment or continuation of longitudinal infant cohorts to study the effects of initial and repeated influenza infections and/or vaccinations on immunity - Research to inform the design of durable, broadly protective influenza vaccines - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a research grant opportunity - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Open to a wide range of applicants, including nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions, businesses, and certain foreign entities - Restrictions on foreign subawards/subcontracts unless specifically designated for funded international collaborations - Total funding available is $9,600,000, with a minimum award of $3,000,000 - Assistance Listing 93.855 for Allergy and Infectious Diseases Research - Place of Performance: - National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Description

This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) aims to support the establishment or continuation of longitudinal infant cohorts to study how initial and repeated natural influenza infections and/or vaccinations affect infant and childhood immunity to future influenza exposures. The research goal is to understand the influence of these exposures on immune responses to subsequent influenza infections and vaccines. The findings will provide key information to aid in designing durable, broadly protective influenza vaccines. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, government entities, educational institutions, businesses, and other organizations, including foreign entities under specific conditions.

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