Mechanisms of HIV Neuropathogenesis: Emerging Domestic and Global Issues (R21)

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Mechanisms of HIV Neuropathogenesis: Emerging Domestic and Global Issues (R21): -Purpose. The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to invite grant applications to support research in two key emerging areas in HIV neuropathogenesis research. One key area relates to understanding the mechanisms that regulate the changing phenotype of HIV-associated central nervous system (CNS) disease in the era of highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART). A second area of emphasis are studies of viral (clade diversity) and host genetic mechanisms regulating HIV neuropathogenesis from a world wide perspective. Both basic and clinical research applications are encouraged. Multidisciplinary research teams and collaborative alliances are encouraged, but not required. -Mechanism of Support. This FOA will utilize the NIH Exploratory/Developmental (R21) award mechanism and runs in parallel with an FOA of identical scientific scope, RFA-MH-08-030, that solicits applications under the R01 mechanism. The R21 mechanism is intended to encourage new exploratory and developmental research projects. These studies may involve considerable risk but may lead to a breakthrough in a particular area or the development of novel techniques. -Funds Available and Anticipated Number of Awards. The NIMH and NINDS intend to contribute approximately $1.2 million towards this initiative. Awards issued under this FOA are contingent upon the availability of funds and the submission of a sufficient number of meritorious applications.