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CAM at Minority or Health Disparities Research Centers
PAR-05-152

Letter of Intent Receipt Dates: Oct. 14, 2005;
Oct. 16, 2006; Oct. 15, 2007

Application Receipt Dates: Nov. 14, 2005;
Nov. 14, 2006; Nov. 14, 2007

The purpose of this solicitation is to stimulate research that will enhance the understanding of the mechanisms of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) interventions and increase the knowledge base regarding the potential role of CAM practices, including traditional indigenous medicine practices, in reducing and eliminating health disparities.

This funding opportunity will use the R21 award mechanism. For more information see http://cri.nci.nih.gov/4abst.cfm?initiativeparfa_id=3108.

Inquiries: Dr. Sharon Ross - rosssha@mail.nih.gov.

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