Opportunity
NIH Reporter #5K01TW011772-05
NIH Research Grant: Gut Microbiome and Cassava Neurotoxicity Study
Buyer
Children's Research Institute
Posted
July 20, 2026
Identifier
5K01TW011772-05
NAICS
541714, 541715
This opportunity is a research grant solicitation from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), via the Children's Research Institute, focused on the gut microbiome and cassava-related neurotoxicity. - Government Buyer: - National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Children's Research Institute - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services in physical, engineering, and life sciences - Focus on studying the modulatory effects of the gut microbiome on cassava-associated motor and neurocognitive deficits - Emphasis on global health implications and use of advanced sequencing techniques - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Research must address the relationship between the gut microbiome and neurotoxicity from cassava consumption - Utilization of advanced sequencing methods is expected - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed
Description
This is a research grant opportunity focused on studying the gut microbiome's role in cassava neurotoxicity and related neurocognitive deficits in sub-Saharan Africa. The research aims to explore global health implications and utilize advanced sequencing techniques. The project is conducted by the Children's Research Institute under the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The solicitation is currently active and open for applications.