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A new Vanderbilt University study challenges traditional views on childhood, emphasizing the role of cultural, social and historical factors in shaping policies on children’s health and well-being. Funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in collaboration with the World Health Organization, the “Rethinking Childhoods” study by the Vanderbilt Cultural Contexts of Health and Wellbeing Initiative proposes a more inclusive approach to health policy, incorporating global perspectives to redefine childhood beyond Western norms.  Read More

Vanderbilt University’s Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization has launched the Concept Submission Form, a simple online tool aimed at streamlining the process for faculty to submit innovative ideas with potential for patenting and commercialization. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Recordings at Risk program. Read More

The Vanderbilt Innovation Catalyst Fund honors eight projects in its inaugural pre-seed funding round, showcasing the university’s commitment to transforming research into real-world solutions. Read More

Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate 2 early-career faculty members for the Packard Fellowships for Science and Engineering Program. Read More

Vanderbilt University may nominate one candidate for the Pew Charitable Trusts' 2025 Pew Biomedical Scholars Award. Read More

Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center may nominate one candidate for the Pew Charitable Trusts' 2025 Pew-Stewart Scholars for Cancer Research Program. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the 2024 South Arts Traditional Touring Grants program. Read More

The Institutional Review Board will be led by key faculty and coordinated with the Human Research Protections Program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. This initiative, aimed at enhancing IRB services and compliance, represents a significant advancement in the university’s research capabilities and oversight. Read More

Vanderbilt investigators who intend to apply for the 2024 NIH S10 either Shared or High-end Instrumentation Grant programs have until April 1 to submit an internal proposal for review. Read More

Join online seminar on Feb. 1, from noon to 1 p.m., to learn essential administrative details for submitting successful proposals to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. The session is a vital resource for grant managers navigating ARPA-H’s submission and funding models. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the 2024 International Fine Print Dealer’s Association (IFPDA) Foundation Grants Program. Read More

Vanderbilt (VU + VUMC, collaboratively) may submit up to three Letters of Intent to the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation Grants Program. Read More

Vanderbilt (VU + VUMC, collaboratively) may submit one nominee for the 2024 V Foundation Women Scientists Innovation Award for Cancer Research. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one concept note to The Henry Luce Foundation’s 2024 American Art Exhibition Competition. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one letter of inquiry to the 2024 Covenant Foundation Grants. Read More

Vanderbilt University expands its health care innovation role by joining the ARPA-H Customer Experience Hub as a spoke, aiming to advance patient-centric health care solutions. This is the second spoke designation with ARPA-H, underscoring Vanderbilt’s commitment to transformative health care research and accessibility for all Americans. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one application in either the Institutional Impact or Capacity-Building category to The Educating Character Initiative, managed by The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the South Arts Presentation Grants program. Read More

Vanderbilt University may submit only one letter of inquiry to the Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund, a private foundation committed to providing support for charitable organizations that enhance our society. Read More