Mobile Health: Technology and Outcomes in Low and Middle Income
Countries will support research on the development or adaptation of mobile
health (mHealth) technology specifically suited for low- and middle-income
countries (LMICs) and the health-related outcomes associated with
implementation of the technology.
The program aims to contribute to the evidence base for the use of
mobile technology to improve clinical outcomes and public health while building
research capacity in LMICs and establishing research networks in this area. In
the context of this program, mHealth includes the use of mobile and wireless
devices (cell phones, tablets, etc.) to improve health outcomes, health care
services and health research. The mHealth technology that is developed or
adapted in proposed projects can include external hardware and/or software
components for mobile or wireless devices.
Of highest interest are well-designed multidisciplinary projects that
focus on tools or interventions for chronic diseases or technology for disease
agnostic and/or crosscutting applications. See the full program announcement
for details on the specific research interests of the participating NIH
Institutes and Centers.
Deadlines
- Letter of intent due date: January 19, 2015
- Application due date: February 19, 2015
Eligibility
Applicants are required to propose partnerships between at least one
U.S. institution and one LMIC institution (with LMIC defined by The World Bank
as low-, lower-middle-, or upper-middle-income economies).
Program Directors/Principal Investigators may be employed in either a
U.S. or LMIC institution, but should plan to build capacity in mHealth research
in the LMIC institution(s).
Award Budget:
- Up to 125,000USD direct costs per year
- Project period may not exceed 2 years
For more details, click here for the full RFA document. If you are interested in applying or have any questions, please contact Paul, Tim, or Glad at the Office of Research Services.
