“The purpose of this [ongoing] Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to invite applications for support of public health dissertation research. This program supports research undertaken as part of an academic program to qualify for a doctorate. The average award amount will be $35,000 in direct costs per year, and are awarded for up to one year, with the possibility of extension without additional funds for up to 12 months. The anticipated start date for new awards is within 5 months of submission.” Complete details are available from the NIH web site.