ARLife Small Grants Program
TRI has a new data resource and a supported funding opportunity, the ARLife Small Grants Program. To learn about ARLife and the type of projects it supports, as well as the funding opportunity for investigators to submit applications to utilize ARLife and staff support on projects, register for the remaining information session on June 16 (4 pm). Join the session to review example projects, program goals, project support, and expectations. If you are interested in using a new data resource to address questions seeking to identify solutions to health challenges in Arkansas, ARLife could be for you
NIH Grant Opportunity for Doctoral Students
NIH has opened applications for RFA-OD-27-006, “Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Dissertation Grant (R36 – Clinical Trial Not Allowed).” The opportunity supports doctoral candidates studying high-priority areas of child health for the completion of their doctoral dissertation research project. This opportunity seeks to advance research in child health by stimulating the use of ECHO Cohort data by doctoral students in relevant scientific areas. Applications are due October 16.
National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Effectiveness (NCOR) Spark Awards FY2025-2026 is accepting applications!
These quick-start projects are designed to spark new lines of research and/or collaborations that will result in the receipt of external research funding. Projects should address issues related to opioid misuse that impact the health and well-being of children and families in Arkansas and beyond and will be integrated within NCOR.
Key points:
- ACRI investigators and other UAMS faculty with a terminal degree are eligible to apply
- $150,000 total (up to $75,000 per year for up to 2 years)
- Letter of Intent Due Date: Accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or June 30, 2026 (whichever is earliest)
Click to View Details & Application Information
Questions: Please reach out to Alicia Allen, Ph.D., (allena3@archildrens.org) or Jami Jones (jonesj132@archildrens.org).
Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute Funding Mechanism
PCORI funds patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research (CER), issuing funding opportunity announcements several times each year. PCORI also funds projects that support CER, such as methodology studies, as well as projects that support engagement in research and dissemination and implementation of PCORI-funded research findings. Use the search/filters below to find available funding opportunities and take advantage of the following resources:
- What & Who We Fund
- What You Need to Know to Apply
- Standard Due Dates for 2025 & 2026 Funding Announcement Cycles
Find Funding Opportunities Using PIVOT-RP
ACRI now subscribes to PIVOT-RP, a comprehensive database of global funding information. PIVOT-RP allows for saving searches and tracking funding opportunities and offers tailored funding recommendations and alerts. Creating a PIVOT-RP account requires Arkansas Children’s credentials to access it. For Arkansas Children’s credentials, Microsoft Authentication, and DUO multifactor authentication issues, contact 4-1111. Contact 4-6296 for more information and training.