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Exploratory/Developmental Bioengineering Research Grants (EBRG) (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

List of required information for application:

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1. Project Title: Provide a concise and descriptive title for your proposed project.

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2. Project Summary: Write a brief summary of your project, highlighting the problem you aim to address, the proposed solution, and the potential impact.

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3. Project Description: Provide a detailed description of your project, including the background, objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes. Explain how your project aligns with the goals of the funding opportunity announcement.

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4. Research Plan: Outline your research plan, including specific aims, experimental design, data analysis, and timeline. Clearly state the feasibility and potential utility of your proposed solution.

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5. Innovation and Significance: Discuss the innovative aspects of your project and its potential significance in advancing bioengineering research and clinical care. Explain how your project will improve quality, speed, efficacy, operability, costs, and/or accessibility of solutions to problems.

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6. Preliminary Data: If available, include any preliminary data or proof-of-concept experiments that support the feasibility of your proposed project.

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7. Budget and Justification: Provide a detailed budget for your project, including personnel, equipment, supplies, and any other costs. Justify the budget by explaining how each item is necessary for the success of your project.

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8. Bioengineering Expertise: Highlight your expertise in bioengineering, specifically related to the proposed project. Provide a list of relevant publications or prior research experience in the field.

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9. Collaborations: If applicable, describe any collaborations or partnerships you have established or plan to establish to strengthen the implementation of your project.

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10. Institutional Support: Demonstrate institutional support for your project by including a letter of commitment from your institution, stating their support for the proposed research.

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11. Human Subjects or Animal Research: If your project involves human subjects or animal research, provide the necessary documentation and ethical considerations, including institutional review board (IRB) approval for human subjects' research.

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12. References: Include a list of references cited in your proposal.

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13. Biosketches: Provide a biosketch for each key personnel involved in the project, highlighting their qualifications, expertise, and relevant experience.

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14. Data Sharing Plan: Describe your plan for sharing research data generated from the project, addressing issues such as data management, access, and privacy.

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15. Future Funding: Outline any plans for securing additional funding to continue the project beyond the initial grant period, if applicable.

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16. Compliance: Ensure that your proposal complies with all the

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