Resource and Capacity Building to Advance the Science of Aggression across Species and Disciplines (R24 Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications to advance research on the mechanisms of aggressive behavior across species and disciplines. The goal of this initiative is to improve our understanding of aggressive behavior, which is associated with numerous chronic diseases, and to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies. Priority areas for this initiative include the development of naturalistic and ecologically valid experimental paradigms, improved measurement tools, and cross-species data repositories. Applicants are encouraged to form collaborative teams that combine expertise in animal and human research. Some key aspects of this opportunity include: • The development of innovative research approaches to study aggressive behavior • The creation of cross-species data repositories to accelerate research advances • The promotion of team science and collaboration across disciplines • The encouragement of mentorship and career development for investigators • The integration of bioethical perspectives into research designs • The outreach to and collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and patients to ensure use-inspired research.