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NCCIH-Supported Research Advances Understanding of How the Brain Clears Waste
February 28, 2024
Inna Belfer, M.D., Ph.D.
Are you interested in learning more about how the brain removes waste products through the glymphatic and meningeal lymphatic systems?
NCCIH Will Administer Three Groundbreaking New Projects Through the High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program
October 3, 2023
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
NCCIH will administer three new high-impact research projects through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) High-Risk, High-Reward Research (HRHR) program.
NIH Music-Based Intervention Toolkit for Brain Disorders of Aging—A New Web Resource for Researchers
May 3, 2023
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
NCCIH and NIA announce a new web-based resource for researchers, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Music-Based Intervention Toolkit.
Hot Topics Webinar on Building a Career in Health Disparities Research, June 7
April 10, 2023
Beda Jean-Francois, Ph.D.
Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 7, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. ET, when we will hold a Hot Topics Webinar, “Launching a Career in Health Disparities Research—An NCCIH Perspective.”
Finding Your Community of Pain Researchers
April 5, 2023
Pete Murray, Ph.D.
In this blog, Drs. Pete Murray and Inna Belfer discuss opportunites to learn about pain research and connect with collaborators in the pain research field.
Hot Topics Webinar Series on Emerging Trends in Natural Products Research: March 6 and April 28
February 9, 2023
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
Register for a two-part webinar series on emerging trends in natural products research: Expanding Translationally Relevant Chemical Space: Insights Into Natural Product Resources, Technologies, and Mechanisms.
NCCIH Clinical Research Toolbox: Forms, Templates, and Policies at Your Fingertips
September 19, 2022
Christine Moretto Wishnoff, M.P.H.
The Toolbox is a web-based information repository for investigators and staff involved in NCCIH-funded clinical research.
Updates on NCCIH’s Interest in Emotional Well-Being Research
June 21, 2022
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
Emotional well-being is strongly linked with many aspects of health across the lifespan. For example, high levels of emotional well-being are associated with a 20 percent decrease in the risk of death from all causes among healthy people.
High-Risk, High-Reward Program Offers Unique Opportunities for Innovative Research
June 7, 2022
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
If you have an idea for an innovative but risky research project within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) mission, I urge you to consider applying for one of the funding opportunities offered by the NIH High-Risk, High-Reward Research (HRHR) program.
Two Lectures To Explore Aspects of the Emerging Science on Emotional Well-Being
May 6, 2022
NCCIH Research Blog Team
Virtual lectures on May 18 and June 23 will feature feature Michelle Y. Martin, Ph.D., and Elissa Epel, Ph.D., discussing their research and work on emotional well-being.
Examining Pain Experiences and Care in Underserved Populations
April 23, 2021
Richard L. Nahin, Ph.D., M.P.H.
The work of the NCCIH epidemiology program includes studies analyzing pain disparities in U.S. population subgroups; five examples of recent papers are discussed.
New Research Networks To Explore the Science of Emotional Well-Being
February 1, 2021
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
The National Institutes of Health is funding five new research networks to further research on emotional well-being.
NCCIH Support of Natural Products Research Continues: NIH Awards Nearly $27 Million for Natural Product Centers
June 24, 2020
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
NCCIH Support of Natural Products Research Continues: NIH Awards Nearly $27 Million for Natural Product Centers
Research Concepts: An Early Glimpse of Potential Opportunities
October 31, 2019
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa discusses new concepts for NCCIH research.
New Funding Opportunities for Natural Product Drug Interaction Research: Preapplication Webinars on October 3
September 25, 2019
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH's Dr, Craig Hopp calls attention to two new requests for applications (RFAs) related to natural products research.
High-Risk, High-Reward Program Offers Unique Opportunities
August 28, 2019
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH's Dr. Emmeline Edwards discusses NIH's High-Risk, High Rewards Research Awards.
NCCIH Grantee Dr. Wenjun Zhang Honored With Presidential Early Career Award
July 15, 2019
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
NCCIH grantee Wenjun Zhang, Ph.D., from University of California, Berkeley, receives 2019 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).
Requesting Input for an Open-Access Repository or Database for Physiological and Anatomical Ontology of Acupoints
July 8, 2019
Helene M. Langevin, M.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH Director Dr. Helene M. Langevin addresses the need for consensus on anatomical and physiological data associated with acupoints in acupuncture research.
Webinar To Assist Applicants for Grants To Study Specific Cannabis Components
February 14, 2019
David Shurtleff, Ph.D.
Interested in an NCCIH grant opportunity to identify and develop novel strategies -- like cannabinoids -- to treat acute and chronic pain? Read this blog post and learn more here.
Upcoming Technical Assistance Webinars for the Centers for Advancing Research on Botanicals and Other Natural Products (CARBON) Program
February 4, 2019
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
New funding opportunity announcements present opportunities for new research related to botanicals and natural products. Find out more here.
New Funding Available for Basic and Mechanistic Research on Pain and Complementary Approaches: Explore NIH HEAL Opportunities
January 23, 2019
Wen Chen, Ph.D.
Interested in pursuing pain treatment research with grants from the NIH HEAL Initiative? Read more about basic and mechanistic research funding opportunities here.
HEAL Initiative Funding Opportunities for Behavioral Research
January 7, 2019
Dave Clark, Dr.P.H.
In this blog post, NCCIH's Dr. Dave Clark describes several HEAL ((Helping to End Addiction Long-termSM) funding opportunities.
New NIH BACPAC Funding Opportunities for Research on Low-Back Pain
December 18, 2018
Helene M. Langevin, M.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH director Dr. Helene M. Langevin discusses funding opportunities offered by the NIH’s Back Pain Research Consortium (NIH BACPAC), part of the NIH HEAL (Helping to End Addiction Long-term) Initiative.
The Importance of Epidemiology to NCCIH
December 4, 2018
Richard L. Nahin, Ph.D., M.P.H.
In this blog post, Dr. Richard Nahin, lead epidemiologist at NCCIH, discusses the importance of studying trends in populations and how that relates to complementary and integrative practices, as well as the study of chronic pain.
New Report Reflects NCCIH Research Interest in Emotional Well-being
October 17, 2018
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Emmeline Edwards discusses an NIH/NCCIH research initiative to advance the study of emotional well-being.
Interaction with Evidence-based Guidelines a Featured Topic in October 5th Advisory Council Meeting
September 24, 2018
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa highlights key presentations and concepts to be discussed at the October 5, 2019 meeting of the National Advisory Council for Complementary and Integrative Health.
New Grants To Study Behavioral Interventions for Opioid Addiction and Recovery
September 20, 2018
In this blog post, Dr. Robin Boineau discusses six NCCIH-administered awards to study innovative behavioral health approaches to enhance adherence to medications treating opioid use disorder (OUD).
A Note on NCCIH Activities Related to Music, Health, and Child Development
September 6, 2018
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this research blog, Dr. Emmeline Edwards discusses an upcoming FOA that promotes research on music and health.
Highlighting Recent NCCIH Pain-Research News: Part 1
July 25, 2018
David Shurtleff, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Acting NCCIH Director Dr. David Shurtleff discusses NCCIH and NIH plans that focus on the opioid epidemic and problems with which it is often associated: pain; chronic pain; substance misuse and addiction; and mental health problems.
How Do New NIH Human Subjects Policies Impact Training and Career Development Awards?
March 6, 2018
Lanay M. Mudd, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Lanay Mudd describes NIH initiatives designed to enhance the accountability and transparency of clinical research.
NCCIH Resources for Research Training and Career Development
March 1, 2018
Lanay M. Mudd, Ph.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH Training Officer Dr. Lanay Mudd discusses research training and career development opportunities.
Job Opportunity: NCCIH Scientific Review Officer
January 26, 2018
Martina Schmidt, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Martina Schmidt addresses the merits of joining NCCIH/NIH as a health scientist administrator/scientific review officer.
Grant Funding Available for Behavioral Interventions for Prevention of Opioid Use Disorder and as an Adjunct to Medication-Assisted Treatment
November 30, 2017
In this research blog, Drs. Robin Boineau (NCCIH) and Kimberly Johnson (SAMHSA) discuss a new funding initiative to examine the impact of behavioral interventions for opioid addiction within the context of states’ plans for use of Opioid STR grant funds.
Leaving the Center in Good Hands
November 14, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Josephine Briggs reviews her time as Director of NCCIH and discusses the Center's focus on pain research.
The NIH Collaboratory Launches a New Resource on Methods and Best Practices for Pragmatic Clinical Trials
November 3, 2017
Catherine Meyers, M.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Catherine Meyers discusses The Living Textbook, a researcher-friendly compendium of information for designing, planning, and implementing pragmatic clinical trials.
In Praise of Scientific Curiosity
October 24, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
Dr. Josephine Briggs, who recently stepped down as NCCIH Director, reflects on the NCCIH research portfolio and scientific curiosity.
Welcoming New Projects and Partners To Address Pain in the Military Population
September 21, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
I am proud to announce NIH’s newest interagency research initiative on pain management in military service members and veterans.
Showcasing Cutting-Edge Research on Natural Products
June 7, 2017
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Craig Hopp discusses NCCIH's focus on natural products research.
Collaborating to Support Research on a Promising Smoking Cessation Treatment
May 24, 2017
David Shurtleff, Ph.D.
Dr. David Shurtleff discusses NCCIH's support of research on cytisine, a natural product for smoking cessation.
A Crescendo of Interest and Research in Music and Health
May 18, 2017
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH Director of Extramural Research Dr. Emmeline Edwards discusses NIH/NCCIH funding opportunities in music and art therapies.
Finding Funding for the Building Blocks of Natural Product Clinical Trials
May 4, 2017
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
Find out more about a new series of funding opportunity announcements for investigator-initiated clinical trials.
Uses and Misuses of Pilot Studies
April 20, 2017
Lanay M. Mudd, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Lanay Mudd discusses the purpose of pilot studies and points to NCCIH's new "Framework for Developing and Testing Mind and Body Interventions."
NCCIH Hosts Three Informational Webinars for New Clinical Trial Funding Opportunities
April 12, 2017
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
NCCIH to host informational webinars in April and May, 2017, on clinical trial applications via new funding opportunities.
NCCIH’s New Approach to Clinical Trials
April 10, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH Director Dr. Josephine Briggs discusses new pathways for clinical trial funding.
Using Clinical Practice Guidelines as a Starting Point to Direct Research Work
March 28, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
In this blog post. NCCIH Director Dr. Josephine Briggs discusses NCCIH partnerships to research military/veteran health and how clinical practice guidelines affect research.
New ACP Clinical Practice Guidelines on Nonpharmacologic Treatment for Low-Back Pain
March 2, 2017
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
Perspectives from Josephine P. Briggs, M.D. on research results, controversies, and funding opportunities in complementary and integrative health.
Now Hiring: Program Director for the Microbiome-Gut-Brain Research Area
October 5, 2016
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa welcomes applicants for a program director position in the NCCIH Division of Extramural Research’s Basic and Mechanistic Research Branch.
Building a Foundation for Clinical Trials of Natural Products
September 27, 2016
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
Perspectives from Wendy Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H. on research results, controversies, and funding opportunities in complementary and integrative health.
New Review Offers Providers and Researchers Evidence-Based Information on Complementary Health Approaches for Pain
September 1, 2016
Richard L. Nahin, Ph.D., M.P.H.
In this blog post, NCCIH's Richard Nahin discusses his research study on complementary health approaches for pain management in the U.S. and presents two videos by Partap Khalsa and Wendy Weber.
New Focus on Innovative Clinical Trial Designs
June 21, 2016
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
One of NCCIH's top scientific priorities involves assessing complementary health approaches via clinical trials that use innovative study designs.
Job Opportunity: Program Director for Research on the Gut Microbiome and Its Implications for Health
June 21, 2016
John S. Williamson, Ph.D.
Join NCCIH's Division of Extramural Research as a Program Director to drive investigations to better understand the human microbiome.
Can Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches Improve Health Across the Lifespan?
June 16, 2016
Eve Reider, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Eve Reider discusses NCCIH initiatives that may help determine if and how complementary and integrative health approaches may contribute to disease prevention and health promotion across the lifespan.
What Can We Learn by Studying Neurobiological Effects and Mechanisms?
June 9, 2016
Wen Chen, Ph.D.
In this blog report, Dr. Wen Chen talks about NCCIH objectives for research on neurobiological effects and mechanisms.
New Priorities for Nonpharmacologic Management of Pain
June 7, 2016
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa talks about NCCIH's priorities for pain research, such as managing chronic pain via non-drug means.
NCCIH’s New Strategic Plan: Exploring the Science of Complementary and Integrative Health
June 3, 2016
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
NCCIH Director Dr. Josephine Briggs announces and outlines the Center's 2016 Strategic Plan.
Funding Your Research: Going Beyond the Standard NIH R01
May 13, 2016
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Emmeline Edwards offers advice on NIH funding opportunities and mechanisms, and discusses the NCCIH-sponsored session on funding opportunities at the upcoming 2016 ICIMH meeting.
Can Complementary and Integrative Approaches for Pain Management Engage Brain Circuitry of Endogenous Pain Modulation?
May 10, 2016
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa discusses NCCIH priorities for pain research and highlights promising avenues of investigation.
NCCIH Research Priorities Highlighted at APS 2016, May 11 to 14
May 10, 2016
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Emmeline Edwards discusses NCCIH priorities in pain and pain management research, & highlights NCCIH involvement at the 2016 American Pain Society's annual meeting.
What Are the Best Ways To Study How Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches Work in Humans?
April 28, 2016
Wen Chen, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Wen Chen discusses the need for mechanistic research in clinical studies.
NCCIH Priorities and Funding Opportunities for Clinical Research: Designs To Match the Stage of Research—an NCCIH Session at the ICIMH
April 25, 2016
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
In this blog post, Dr. Wendy Weber talks about an upcoming session at the International Congress on Integrative Medicine and Health (ICIMH) that deals with what NCCIH is looking for in clinical research applications.
Moving Promising Tools and Technologies Toward the Marketplace
April 22, 2016
John S. Williamson, Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. John Williamson of NCCIH's Division of Extramural Research talks about two projects that have received NCCIH funding via SBIR grants.
NIH Scientific Summit on Marijuana and Cannabinoids Begins March 22
March 18, 2016
David Shurtleff, Ph.D.
This blog post announces the upcoming NIH event: "Marijuana and Cannabinoids: A Neuroscience Research Summit” to be held March 22-23, 2016.
NCCIH Clinician-Scientist Workforce Working Group Report
March 4, 2016
Partap S. Khalsa, D.C., Ph.D.
In this blog post, Dr. Partap Khalsa reports on the National Advisory Council for Complementary and Integrative Health Working Group on Clinician-Scientist Workforce Development.
NCCIH Notable Research From 2015
January 5, 2016
Josephine P. Briggs, M.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH Director Dr. Josephine Briggs calls attention to some of the eminent research performed by NCCIH grantees in 2015.
Interacting With Your Scientific Review Officer
November 5, 2015
Dale Birkle Dreer, Ph.D.
SROs are scientists, most are former faculty members and NIH grantees, who manage the first level of peer review, commonly known as the study section. SROs are the people who take the first thorough look at your application, determine the expertise required for the review, recruit the external scientists to match that expertise, manage the study section meeting where the applications are discussed and scored, and prepare the summary statement for your application.
Natural Product Libraries a Resource for Researchers
October 22, 2015
Ashlee Tipton, Ph.D.
In this blog post, NCCIH scientist Ashlee Tipton discusses compiling a list of natural product libraries on the NCCIH website.
New Funding Initiatives on “Phased Innovation Award for Mechanistic Studies to Optimize Mind and Body Interventions”
October 16, 2015
Wen Chen, Ph.D.
New RFAs represent NCCIH’s new funding mechanisms direct research attention toward investigating the mechanisms by which: 1) mind and body interventions might work, and 2) strategies to optimize these interventions.
New Center To Provide Leadership on Natural Product-Drug Interactions
September 14, 2015
D. Craig Hopp, Ph.D.
Dr. Craig Hopp announces NCCIH's grant for a new Center of Excellence for Natural Product Drug Interaction Research in this blog post.
NCCIH Research Programs to be Featured at the 2015 American Pain Society Meeting
May 8, 2015
Emmeline Edwards, Ph.D.
NCCIH priorities in pain research and cutting-edge pain management research will be presented at the upcoming 2015 American Pain Society (APS) meeting, as Dr. Emmeline Edwards explains in this blog post.
The R34: An Opportunity for Critical Groundwork in Clinical Trials Research
March 24, 2015
Wendy J. Weber, N.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
In this blog post, NCCIH Branch Chief Dr. Wendy Weber describes the use of the R34 funding mechanism for early stages of clinical research on mind and body interventions.