Influenza Transmission Research Consortium (P01 Clinical Trial Optional)

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for basic research to understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying human-to-human transmission of seasonal influenza virus through the establishment of a network of Influenza Transmission Research Centers. Centers should propose collaborative, multidisciplinary teams that will investigate the dynamics and drivers of influenza transmission and develop novel resources to further the field of respiratory virus transmission. This NOFO will utilize the P01 activity code. Applications are not being solicited at this time. This Notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop meaningful collaborations and responsive projects. Investigators with expertise and insights into this area of influenza research are encouraged to begin to consider applying for this NOFO. In addition, collaborative investigations will be encouraged and these investigators should also begin considering applying for this NOFO.