CDC's National Office of Public Health Genomics Funding Opportunity

In 2007, CDC's National Office of Public Health Genomics announced a new funding opportunity for those interested in genomic translation research. The funding opportunity announcement (FOA), entitled "Genomic Applications in Practice and Prevention: Translation Research," offered award amounts from $200,000 to $350,000.

This FOA sought applications to conduct research that would accelerate the translation of genomics into public health practice, in such areas as cancer, diabetes, educational and community-based programs, heart disease, stroke, and mental health. Such research will advance knowledge about the validity, utility, utilization, and population health impact of genomic and family health history applications for improving health and preventing disease.

Focusing on filling the gaps within current translation research, including those identified through systematic review processes, this FOA will build upon current evidence-based guidelines to integrate genomics into clinical and public health practice.

For a list of current CDC FOAs, please visit: http://www.cdc.gov/od/pgo/funding/FOAs.htm