Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA AI 19 010
The grant opportunity titled "Limited Competition: Nonhuman Primate (NHP) Radiation Survivor Cohort (RSC) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" is a National Institutes of Health cooperative agreement designed to maintain and scientifically leverage a rare, long-term cohort of nonhuman primates that have survived radiation exposure. The central goal is to ensure continued preservation and high-quality veterinary and husbandry care for these animals while also enabling specialized research that tracks and addresses the long-term, or "late," health effects that can emerge after radiation exposure. Because nonhuman primates often show radiation responses that are closer to humans than many other animal models, the cohort is treated as a uniquely valuable resource for understanding how radiation injuries evolve over time, from early damage through delayed disease development, and for evaluating possible medical monitoring strategies, treatments, and interventions.
This is a limited competition FOA, meaning eligibility is restricted rather than open to all applicant types. The eligible applicants listed are public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, reflecting the expectation that the awardee will have substantial existing infrastructure, specialized expertise, and regulatory capacity to support complex animal care and longitudinal research programs. The funding mechanism is a U01 cooperative agreement, which typically indicates a more hands-on partnership with the NIH compared to a standard research project grant. In practical terms, that usually means the funded institution should expect meaningful scientific and programmatic involvement from the sponsoring NIH component in areas such as oversight, coordination, milestones, data/resource sharing expectations, and alignment with broader government-supported radiation research priorities. The FOA also clearly states "Clinical Trial Not Allowed," signaling that the supported work is not intended to be structured as a human clinical trial and reinforcing that the focus is on animal cohort care and related non-clinical research activities.
A defining requirement of this opportunity is the capacity to house, care for, and medically monitor a combined minimum of 120 animals, including both irradiated primates and unirradiated controls. The cohort is described as having animals exposed at various ages, which is important scientifically because age at exposure can strongly influence later outcomes such as organ injury, immune changes, cancer risk, and other chronic conditions. Beyond maintaining the existing colony, the successful applicant must also be able to accept additional radiation-exposed animals transferred from other government-supported studies. That requirement implies the awardee needs flexible housing and quarantine capabilities, robust veterinary screening and integration procedures, and the staffing depth to expand cohort management without compromising welfare or data quality. It also suggests the program is meant to serve as a national, consolidating resource so that animals from multiple studies can be followed long-term rather than being lost to follow-up after the original experimental endpoints.
From a research standpoint, the supported activities emphasize continuous observation and treatment as the animals age, with the intent of building a clearer picture of the natural history of radiation exposure. "Natural history" here refers to the progression of biological effects over time, including both early injuries (those appearing soon after exposure) and late effects that may take months to years to manifest. The FOA highlights medical monitoring, study, treatment, and intervention related to late effects, indicating that the program is not only observational but is also expected to support targeted scientific investigations and medically relevant management approaches within the cohort. The long-term nature of the cohort is a major scientific advantage because it allows repeated measurements, longitudinal biospecimen collection, and the ability to link early biomarkers or clinical findings to later disease outcomes in a way that short-term studies cannot.
Administratively, this opportunity is listed under the Department of Health and Human Services within NIH, with a health-related activity category and CFDA number 93.855. The opportunity number is RFA AI 19 010, it was created on February 25, 2019, and had an original closing date of May 31, 2019. The expected number of awards is one, which aligns with the idea that the government intends to designate a single primary site to serve as the steward of this specialized cohort and the associated long-term program. The award ceiling is listed as 0, which commonly indicates that a strict upper cap is not specified in the public synopsis and that the budget is likely to be determined based on justified needs, scope, and available funds rather than a simple published maximum.
Overall, the opportunity is essentially a combination of colony stewardship and strategic research enablement: it funds an institution capable of delivering high-standard long-term care and monitoring for a large radiation survivor cohort of nonhuman primates, while also conducting and supporting specialized studies that clarify how radiation injuries unfold over time and how late effects might be prevented, detected earlier, or treated. The emphasis on maintaining both irradiated animals and matched controls, accommodating animals from other federal efforts, and running the program under a cooperative agreement structure reflects a broader national interest in preserving an irreplaceable research asset and extracting long-term, medically relevant insights from it.Apply for RFA AI 19 010
- The Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Limited Competition: Nonhuman Primate (NHP) Radiation Survivor Cohort (RSC) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.855.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 25, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2019. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Health
Next opportunity: Combatting GBV and Improving Gender Equality Reporting through Diverse Media Tools
Previous opportunity: Value of Information (VOI): Forest Risk Analysis with LANDFIRE
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for RFA AI 19 010
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (RFA AI 19 010) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Clinical and Biological Measures of TBI-related dementia including Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Apply for RFA NS 19 026 Funding Number: RFA NS 19 026 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health Category: Health Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Neuropathological Assessment of TBI-related Neurodegeneration and Neurocognitive decline - Center Without Walls (NATBI CWOW) (U54 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Apply for RFA NS 19 030 Funding Number: RFA NS 19 030 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Characterizing the Complications Associated with Therapeutic Blood Transfusions for Hemoglobinopathies Apply for CDC RFA DD19 1903 Funding Number: CDC RFA DD19 1903 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD Category: Health Funding Amount: $375,000 |
| Implementing Evidence-Based Health Promotion Programs for Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Tourette Syndrome (TS) Apply for CDC RFA DD19 1904 Funding Number: CDC RFA DD19 1904 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD Category: Health Funding Amount: $900,000 |
| 2019 Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) Apply for CDC RFA CK19 1904 Funding Number: CDC RFA CK19 1904 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCEZID Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Early Detection of Certain Medical Conditions Related to Environmental Health Hazards Apply for CDC RFA TS19 1902 Funding Number: CDC RFA TS19 1902 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - ATSDR Category: Health Funding Amount: $2,500,000 |
| Hospital Preparedness Program Cooperative Agreement Apply for EP U3R 19 001 Funding Number: EP U3R 19 001 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Category: Health Funding Amount: $23,274,780 |
| Technical Assistance to Increase Tobacco Cessation Apply for CDC RFA DP19 1904 Funding Number: CDC RFA DP19 1904 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP Category: Health Funding Amount: $225,000 |
| Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Cooperative Agreement Apply for CDC RFA TP19 1901 Funding Number: CDC RFA TP19 1901 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - OPHPR Category: Health Funding Amount: $10,000,000 |
| Emerging Infectious Diseases Research Centers - Coordination Center (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Apply for RFA AI 19 029 Funding Number: RFA AI 19 029 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health Category: Health Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Preventing Maternal Deaths: Supporting Maternal Mortality Review Committees Apply for CDC RFA DP19 1908 Funding Number: CDC RFA DP19 1908 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP Category: Health Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| Geroscience Approaches to Alzheimer's Disease (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Apply for RFA AG 20 014 Funding Number: RFA AG 20 014 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health Category: Health Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Newborn Screening State Evaluation Program Apply for HRSA 19 097 Funding Number: HRSA 19 097 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration Category: Health Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| First Responders-Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act Apply for TI 19 004 Funding Number: TI 19 004 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis Category: Health Funding Amount: $800,000 |
| Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Implementation Apply for HRSA 19 082 Funding Number: HRSA 19 082 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Evaluation Apply for HRSA 19 083 Funding Number: HRSA 19 083 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Announcement of Availability of Funds for Data Analysis and Trends Research Grants Apply for PA FPR 19 002 Funding Number: PA FPR 19 002 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health Category: Health Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Eliminate Tuberculosis in Ethiopia (ETBE) Apply for AID RFI 663 19 00002 Funding Number: AID RFI 663 19 00002 Agency: Agency for International Development, Ethiopia USAID-Addis Ababa Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country Apply for CDC RFA DP19 1903 Funding Number: CDC RFA DP19 1903 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP Category: Health Funding Amount: $1,450,000 |
| Graduate Psychology Education (GPE) Program Apply for HRSA 19 002 Funding Number: HRSA 19 002 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration Category: Health Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "RFA AI 19 010", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.