The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is offering this grant to support the Collaborative Human Tissue Network (CHTN), aimed at collecting and distributing high-quality human tissue specimens. This grant is for facilitating basic and early translational cancer research by providing a unique biospecimen resource. The CHTN operates on a prospective collection model, distributing samples specifically tailored to investigator requests. Specimens collected include pre-cancerous, cancerous, benign neoplastic, non-neoplastic, and uninvolved tissues, ensuring a comprehensive resource for diverse research needs. Researchers can leverage this network to access essential biological materials, advancing understanding and treatment of various diseases.
Opportunity ID: 221653
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-CA-13-007 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Collaborative Human Tissue Network (CHTN) (UM1) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Health |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.394 — Cancer Detection and Diagnosis Research |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 21, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 01, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,200,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U.S. Territory or Possession; Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institutes of Health |
| Description: | The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), issued by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), is to support the Collaborative (currently “Cooperative”) Human Tissue Network (CHTN). The goal for CHTN is to collect and distribute high quality human tissue specimens to facilitate basic and early translational cancer research. The CHTN is designed as a unique biospecimen resource in that it is based on prospective collection and distribution of samples upon specific investigators requests. Samples to be collected from patients include pre-cancerous, cancerous, and benign neoplastic tissues, as well as specimens corresponding to non-neoplastic diseases and uninvolved tissues. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-CA-13-007.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIH OER Webmaster
FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV Email:FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV |
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