Alternative Meds Get Federal Spotlight: NIH Integrative Health Chat
Published Date: 12/16/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Center for Complementary & Integrative Health is holding a virtual meeting on April 17, 2026, to review grant applications and share updates on their latest projects. This meeting affects researchers and the public interested in complementary health studies, with a chance to submit comments by April 3. It’s a key moment for funding decisions and learning about new health research, all happening online for easy access.
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NCCIH Grant Applications Reviewed April 17
The National Advisory Council for Complementary and Integrative Health will review and evaluate grant applications on April 17, 2026 during a virtual meeting. This meeting is a key step in funding decisions for researchers with pending NCCIH grant applications.
Public Comment Opportunity by April 3
Any interested person may submit written comments to the committee no later than April 3, 2026. Comments must be less than 700 words and include name, email, phone number, and, if applicable, professional affiliation.
Part of Meeting Closed for Confidential Matters
The meeting will be closed to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026 because grant discussions may disclose confidential trade secrets or personal information. The open session runs 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will be available virtually.
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