Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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    National Institutes of Health (NIH)

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, invites eligible researchers and institutions to apply for the Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed), offered by the National Institutes of Health.

This funding opportunity supports small research projects aimed at advancing the science of dissemination and implementation in health.

Programme Overview
The programme seeks to promote research that improves the understanding of how evidence-based health interventions, practices, and policies can be effectively adopted, implemented, and sustained in real-world settings. The R03 funding mechanism is intended for small-scale projects with limited scope and duration that contribute to dissemination and implementation science.

Key Details

  • Funder: National Institutes of Health

  • Award Type: Research – Small Research Grants

  • Maximum Funding: Up to USD 50,000

  • Submission Deadline: 8 January 2028

  • Deadline Information: Applications are due by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organisation. This funding opportunity follows NIH standard due dates for multiple application cycles.

Research Focus Areas

  • Dissemination and implementation science

  • Translation of evidence-based health interventions

  • Health policy and practice implementation

  • Strategies for adoption and sustainability of healthcare interventions

  • Improving healthcare delivery and outcomes

Projects should demonstrate potential to strengthen the application of research evidence in healthcare and public health settings.

Eligibility

  • Open to eligible researchers and research institutions

  • Applications should align with the objectives and scope of the NIH R03 small research grant mechanism

Funding Scope

The grant supports:

  • Small-scale dissemination and implementation research projects

  • Pilot and feasibility studies

  • Exploratory studies in healthcare implementation

  • Development of implementation strategies and frameworks

  • Research aimed at improving uptake of evidence-based practices

How to Apply

Applicants should review the full guidelines and submit their applications through the official NIH funding portal:
NIH Funding Opportunity Announcement

This funding opportunity offers researchers at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology the opportunity to contribute to advancing dissemination and implementation science and improving the translation of health research into practice.