Another objective is to encourage necessary initial development to provide a basis for important future research. There is no intention to support the development of policy but to study the consequences of a change in policies or laws that impact public health in order to inform policy makers about their formulation of future health-related policy.
Small grants are short-term awards designed to answer specific and targeted research questions.
Both new and more experienced investigators are encouraged to apply for grants under this announcement. More experienced investigators must justify support under this mechanism as either representing new research directions for the investigator or develop and test new methodology. While the focus of the career development program is on child abuse and neglect in human populations, the award may include complementary, appropriate laboratory and animal research related to the child abuse and neglect research proposed in the application. If you are considering applying to a NIDA K series grant, this is important . This link is also helpful.