Advancing Palliative Care Research for Children Facing Life-Limiting Conditions (R21)

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Purpose. This FOA issued by the National Institute of Nursing Research solicits Research Project Grant applications using the R21 mechanism from institutions / organizations that propose to conduct biobehavioral research in palliative and end-of-life care for children, infants, and neonates. Designs and Methods aimed at the reduction of suffering and the improvement of quality of life for children facing life-limiting conditions and their parents, including the sequela of accidents are encouraged. Applications to help children cope with the loss or potential loss of a parent or significant other are also welcomed. Scientists are encouraged to develop cross-disciplinary teams to test interventions which may be quickly translated into pediatric palliative care practice. Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the R21 award mechanism and runs in parallel with a FOA of identical scientific scope, RFA-NR-10-006, that encourages applications under the R01 Mechanism. Funds Available and Anticipated Number of Awards. A total of $750K has been committed to this FOA for FY 2010. It is anticipated that 2-3 R21 awards will be funded.

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