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W81XWH-21-ERP-QOL: DoD Epilepsy, Quality of Life Research Award

Closed Closed July 21, 2021 Opportunity W81XWH-21-ERP-QOL ☆ Save

This grant is closed. A newer notice from the same program is open now: DoW Breast Cancer, Clinical Research Extension Award (HT942526BCRPCREA2). Status: Closes November 18, 2026 (11 days left). It is in our archive of Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA notices from 2021.

• Total funding$2.6 million
• Expected awards4
• Cost sharingNot required
• Funding typeCooperative Agreement, Grant

Key dates

Who can apply

This opportunity was open to any type of organization.

• Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

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Is this a realistic fit?

• Most of the program's money (59% over five years) went to colleges and universities.
• No cost sharing or match is required.

What the grant funds

The intent of the FY21 ERP QOL is to support research that better understands or improves the quality of life and care for individuals living with the symptoms of PTE, as related to the ERP’s mission (see Section II.A, Program Description). Individuals living with PTE include not only those with symptoms of PTE, but their families and/or care providers as well. The proposed work should innovatively challenge existing research paradigms or exhibit high levels of creativity within the contexts of the ERP’s mission and vision. This can include research in symptom reduction (e.g., cognitive, behavioral, function, mood), resiliency factors, increasing or maintaining independence, and support for families and care providers. The application should also demonstrate the study team’s experience in PTE research, as appropriate. Given the patient-centered intent of the FY21 ERP QOL, animal research is prohibited. The innovation and impact for the FY21 ERP QOL award are expected to benefit the military, Veteran, and civilian communities. Applications must be both innovation- and impact-based. FY21 ERP QOL Focus Area: The Focus Area below is specific to the FY21 ERP QOL and must be addressed as part of the application process.  Quality of Life: Understanding and improving the quality of life of individuals with PTE, their families, and their caregivers, which may include the following: ○ Psychosocial factors ○ Neuropsychological dysfunction (cognition and memory) ○ Behavioral health (anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder [PTSD], impulsivity) ○ Wellness ○ Reducing stigma ○ Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) ○ Reducing healthcare disparities (adjunct programs, support groups, access to care) ○ Sleep disorders ○ Medication side-effects The FY21 ERP QOL award offers two levels of funding. Funding levels are contingent upon meeting the eligibility requirements described in Section II.C, Eligibility Information. For Funding Level I: Principal Investigator (PI): Applicants can be from any field or discipline. The PI must write the Project Narrative and other application components, with appropriate guidance from the mentor(s). Applications must include at least one mentor. The mentor(s) must possess qualifications, background, and experience in PTE research. Applications must explain how the mentor(s) will assist the PI throughout the period of performance in developing toward independent research.

Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development.

Applying now

This notice no longer takes applications. Apply under the newer notice, HT942526BCRPCREA2, which is open now.

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