DOD’s Investigator-Initiated Research Award for Chronic Pain Management

The intent of the FY21 CPMRP IIRA is to support studies that have the potential to make significant advances in research, patient care, and/or quality of life in the FY21 CPMRP IIRA Focus Areas. IIRA applications may involve basic, translational, and clinically oriented research, including studies in animal models, research with human anatomical substances, and research with human subjects, as well as correlative studies associated with an existing clinical trial; however, this award may not be used to conduct clinical trials. Multidisciplinary collaborations and innovative approaches are encouraged. Studies seeking to advance new and novel opioid-based therapeutic interventions do not meet the intent of the award mechanism and may be withdrawn. Studies seeking to understand and reduce opioid utilization in chronic pain management within the context of current prescribing practices are acceptable.