List of required information for application:
1. Research proposal: A detailed description of the proposed research project, including the objectives, research questions, methodology, and expected outcomes.
2. Behavioral task measures: A clear explanation of the behavioral tasks that will be used to engage brain systems relevant to anhedonia. Provide evidence or rationale for the selection of these tasks and demonstrate how they will contribute to the understanding of the functional constructs associated with anhedonia.
3. Neuroimaging or brain measures: Specify the neuroimaging techniques or other brain measures with similar spatial resolution that will be employed in the study. Explain how these measures will be used to assess the engagement of brain systems relevant to anhedonia and how they align with the goals of the research.
4. Clinical trial classification: Provide information on how the proposed study falls within the NIH definition of a clinical trial and meets the definition of basic research. Clearly state if the study involves prospective assignment of human participants to conditions and the assessment of biomedical or behavioral outcomes for the purpose of understanding fundamental aspects of brain function in healthy individuals or those with disorders.
5. Human participants: Describe the characteristics of the human participants who will be recruited for the study, including the sample size, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and any potential risks or benefits associated with their participation. Provide a plan for obtaining informed consent and ensuring the protection of participants' rights and welfare.
6. Research team: Provide the qualifications and expertise of the researchers involved in the project, including their experience with conducting basic science experimental studies with human participants and their familiarity with anhedonia and related research areas.
7. Budget: Prepare a detailed budget outlining the requested funds and justifying the expenses related to the research activities, including personnel salaries, equipment, materials, participant compensation, data analysis, and dissemination of findings.
8. Timeline: Present a timeline that outlines the projected duration of the study and the sequence of research activities, including recruitment, data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
9. Ethical considerations: Address any ethical considerations associated with the proposed research, such as potential risks to participants, measures taken to minimize harm, and steps to ensure confidentiality and privacy of participant data.
10. References: Include a list of relevant literature and studies that support the rationale and significance of the proposed research project.
11. Institutional support: Demonstrate the support and resources available at the applicant's institution for conducting the research, including access to necessary facilities, equipment, and expertise.
12. Previous research: Summar
