[National Institutes of Health (NIH)](https://www.nih.gov/)

June 5, 2026 (estimated)

One award anticipated; funding details not yet specified.

Supports a Coordinating Center to enable and manage a Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network focused on integrating oral health care into medical care.

Forecasted opportunity—applications are not yet being accepted.

--- ## Description The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), part of the NIH, intends to announce a funding opportunity to establish a Coordinating Center for a Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN). The Coordinating Center will provide infrastructure and centralized data management for planning and implementing multiple observational studies and clinical trials. The network aims to integrate oral health care with broader medical care, advancing whole-person health. The Coordinating Center will: - Manage the network membership database. - Develop and maintain centralized, flexible, and innovative electronic data capture systems. - Enable research participant data collection independent of in-office visits. - Collaborate with an Administrative and Resource Center (to be funded via a separate opportunity). Researchers with expertise in data coordination/management and clinical research in practice-based settings are encouraged to prepare for this anticipated funding call. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: June 5, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Expected number of awards: 1 - Award ceiling/floor: Not yet specified - Estimated total program funding: Not specified Details on award size and project duration will be provided in the official Notice of Funding Opportunity. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, and township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other) - Public/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - U.S. territories and possessions - Faith-based or community-based organizations - Eligible agencies of the federal government - Regional organizations Refer to the forthcoming NOFO for full eligibility details. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not being accepted at this time. - The official funding announcement will be published with detailed instructions, requirements, and deadlines. - Investigators interested in applying should begin forming collaborations and preparing responsive projects. --- ## Additional Information - The Coordinating Center opportunity is paired with a separate companion NOFO for an Administrative and Resource Center. - Supported studies will emphasize the integration of oral health within broader medical care frameworks. - NIDCR encourages early preparation and collaboration among investigators with relevant expertise. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360377) - [NIH – National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research](https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |---------------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------| | Dena Fischer, DDS, MSD, MS| [dena.fischer@nih.gov](mailto:dena.fischer@nih.gov) | 301-594-4876 |

Dental Primary Care Practice-Based Research Network: Coordinating Center

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