PRIMED-AI: Logistics Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

The PRIMED-AI: Logistics Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) funding opportunity is a forecasted initiative from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically supported by the NIH Common Fund and other associated Institutes and Centers. This opportunity is part of the broader Precision Medicine with Artificial Intelligence - Integrating Imaging with Multimodal Data (PRIMED-AI) program. The PRIMED-AI program aims to harness the potential of artificial intelligence to integrate clinical imaging with a diverse range of health data. This integration is designed to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and personalization of medical care, particularly for patients with chronic conditions and other significant health issues. The purpose of the Logistics Center is to provide critical administrative infrastructure and coordination for the PRIMED-AI consortium. This includes managing the steering committee, oversight and governance structures, and logistical support for events such as workshops and code-a-thons. The Logistics Center will also play a crucial role in community engagement, outreach activities, and facilitating communication among consortium partners. The Center is structured around three core components: Administration, Evaluation, and Outreach. Each of these cores is responsible for a subset of responsibilities that contribute to the overall operational success of the program. Funding for this opportunity will be issued through the U24 cooperative agreement mechanism. While clinical trials are not allowed under this opportunity, applicants should bring significant expertise in administrative coordination, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. Successful applicants will be expected to build and maintain a cohesive infrastructure that supports the dynamic and collaborative nature of the PRIMED-AI program. No cost-sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this opportunity, making it more accessible for a wide range of organizations. Eligibility is open to a broad array of entity types including Native American tribal governments and organizations, nonprofits, independent school districts, public housing authorities, small businesses, state and county governments, public and private institutions of higher education, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. This inclusivity reflects NIH’s commitment to encouraging broad participation and diversity in biomedical research infrastructure efforts. As of now, applications are not being accepted. This announcement is being issued to give potential applicants sufficient time to develop responsive and collaborative proposals. The estimated application release date is April 1, 2026, with applications due by June 1, 2026. Awards are expected to be made by March 1, 2027, and project start dates will align with this timeline. The program is anticipated to be recurring, with annual cycles inferred based on standard NIH practices and the estimated dates provided. For more information or to ask specific questions, applicants may contact Dr. Sahana N. Kukke at the NIH Office of the Director via phone at 301-402-3756 or email at ODPRIMED-AI@od.nih.gov. While a full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has not yet been released, this forecast allows interested parties to begin collaboration and planning to meet the upcoming deadlines effectively.