CTSI Updates
Application Deadline: Nov. 5, 2021
We are delighted to announce that the BU CTSI will support 2 predoctoral fellows as part the CTSI training program in regenerative medicine. The BU CTSI TL1 Predoctoral Fellowships in Regenerative Medicine are committed to increasing the diversity of the research workforce and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented, racial, and ethnic groups (UREGs). Learn More
Reminder
The BU CTSI Voucher Program
Applications are Accepted on a Rolling Basis.

The Voucher Program supports the short-term needs of research investigators that are not otherwise covered by grants. Vouchers are intended to enable preliminary work, generate data for new or ongoing projects, and/or secure fee-based core services for expert consultation services. Learn More
Funding Opportunities

Notice of Special Interest: Biomarker Discover and Validation in Functional Neurological Disorders


Neurosurgeon Research Career Development Program (NRCDP) (K12 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)


Role of Astrocytes in Degeneration of the Neurovascular Unit in AD/ADRDs (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Biologic Factors Underlying Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Health Disparities

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)

Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Dietary, Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior and Sleep Assessment Methodologies Among Infants and Young Children (Birth to 5 years) through Adults


Notice of Special Interest (NOSI): Dietary Effects on Nutrient Sensing Pathways in Tumor Etiology and Prevention

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Research on Biopsychosocial Factors of Social Connectedness and Isolation on Health, Wellbeing, Illness, and Recovery (R01 Clinical Trial Required)

NIH Basic Behavioral and Social Science Opportunity Network (OPPNET)

Limited Competition: Caenorhabditis Intervention Testing Program Data Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institute on Aging (NIA)

SPARC Human Open Research Neural Engineering Technologies (HORNET) Initiative (U41 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Office of Strategic Coordination (Common Fund)

Pediatric Obesity Discovery Science Research to Improve Understanding of Risk and Causal Mechanisms for Obesity in Early Life (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
News Highlights
NIH Supports 106 Grants Featuring High-Risk, High-Reward Research

The High-Risk, High-Reward Research program catalyzes scientific discovery by supporting highly innovative research proposals that, due to their inherent risk, may struggle in the traditional peer-review process despite their transformative potential. Read More
People with Substance Use Disorders
May Be at Higher Risk for SARS-CoV-2 Breakthrough Infections

Analyses conducted in the early stages of the pandemic found that people with substance use disorders were at increased risk of severe SARS-CoV-2 infection that requiring hospitalization or resulting in death. Read More

Learning to Protect Communities with COVID-19 Home Testing Programs

The tests are part of an initiative called Say Yes! COVID Test (SYCT) that’s evaluating how best to implement home-testing programs within range of American communities, both urban and rural. Read More
Upcoming Events
Edge for Scholars Online Grant
Writing Workshop
Oct. 25, 2021 - Feb. 4, 2022

Content includes key skills, structure, and supports for accountability to write an outstanding grant. By the end, you’ll be able to confidently submit a clear, compelling, and persuasive grant. Read More
Clinical Knee Imaging at 7T
Oct. 28, 2021, 5 - 6:30 p.m.

As 7T technology is opening new doors to better detect, diagnose, and treat disease. This virtual workshop will feature an interactive, demonstration format that can be used to facilitate the sharing of methods, local expertise, and clinical examples. Read More
The Funding Acknowledgement
The Funding Acknowledgement guides recipients of BU CTSI services, resources, or funding for projects or research through the grant citation process. All recipients are required to cite our grant number in associated presentations and journal publications.