Limited Submission – Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) – Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (HRSA-13-261); June 21, 2013

Description: This announcement solicits applications for the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders program.  The purpose of this cooperative agreement is to educate health care providers (doctors, nurses, etc.) about the dangers of alcohol use during pregnancy and the need for appropriate alcohol screening and treatment to prevent Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).  A significant gap in provider knowledge continues to exist and many providers still feel that it is safe for a woman to consume a small amount of alcohol during pregnancy, despite all studies which indicate that any alcohol usage during pregnancy places the child at risk.  The applicant selected for this award will work with professional organizations to educate a broad range of health professionals about the dangers of alcohol usage during pregnancy and how to support the prevention of FASD.  This process will be accomplished by the successful applicant developing and disseminating educational materials to providers.

Amount: Approximately $478,000 is expected to be available annually to fund one (1) awardee over a three year project period (Federal fiscal years 2013 – 2015). Applicants may apply for a ceiling amount of up to $478,000 per year.

Link to Funding Opportunity Announcement

Institutional Limit: Multiple applications from an organization are not allowed.

Internal Competition:  Because HRSA limits the number of proposals to one per applicant, the University of Kentucky has established an internal selection process.  Prospective applicants interested in responding to this program should send the following information to the Office of the Vice President for Research at limitedsubmissions@uky.edu and a copy to their Associate Dean for Research by Friday, June 21, 2013:

1. Names and departments of the Project Director and project personnel;

2. Provide a brief abstract (2 p. max) of the proposed project including the needs and problem to be addressed, goals and objectives, methodology, coordination, and evaluation.

HRSA Deadline: July 12, 2013

A committee will be appointed to review the information and make a recommendation. Questions about the submission process may be sent to Ms. Annette Evans in the Office of the Vice President for Research (alevan4@email.uky.edu or 257-1663.)