Mechanism for Time-Sensitive Drug Abuse Research (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

This funding opportunity announcement will support pilot, feasibility, or exploratory research in five priority areas in substance use epidemiology and health services. The research areas include responses to sudden and severe emerging drug issues, emerging marijuana trends, unexpected and time-sensitive prescription drug abuse research opportunities, unexpected and time-sensitive medical system issues, and unexpected and time-sensitive criminal or juvenile justice opportunities. The proposed study should be time-sensitive, requiring expedited rapid review and funding. Some key points to consider: • The award ceiling for this grant is $275,000. • Eligible applicants include various institutions, such as state governments, non-profits, and private institutions of higher education. • The opportunity is listed as discretionary, and the funding instrument is a grant. • The funding activity categories include education and health.