The Institute for Translational Sciences is seeking proposals for small community/academic collaborative projects. Grants will be awarded for a 12-month period, April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025. Our goal is to enhance community and academic research partnerships to better translate science from basic discovery to clinical practice and improved public health. Funds may be used to develop or expand collaborative projects in one or more of these areas:

1. Community-engaged research or assessment

2. Education or training

3. Dissemination of research results, program features, or policy implications

ELIGIBLITY

Applications will be accepted from community and academic research partnerships working in the Galveston/Houston area. While existing partnerships are not required, they are encouraged. Metrics for selection will include relevance to community-identified health priorities, the strength of the collaborative relationship, and impact on community health and wellbeing.