Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER)
About This Grant
Abstract Suicide remains a leading public health crisis, claiming over 49,000 lives in 2022. Among college-aged individuals, suicide is the second leading cause of death, with studies indicating that 6.4% of students develop new-onset suicidal ideation, exceeding rates seen in the general population. To address this, researchers increasingly utilize technological tools for real-time suicide risk assessment. While these tools enhance risk detection, they also introduce ethical challenges, particularly in balancing participant safety with scientific validity. Existing protocols for managing suicide risk in research lack empirical validation, creating inconsistencies that delay studies and hinder progress. The proposed study, Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER), aims to address this gap by developing evidence-based suicide risk management protocols. SAFER will incorporate perspectives from students with lived experience and suicidologists to create and evaluate risk assessment and intervention protocols. The project has three primary aims: (1) examining stakeholder views on the acceptability of suicide risk management protocols, (2) evaluating the effects of different protocols on participant safety, and (3) assessing their impact on data validity. Aim 1 will develop a stakeholder panel consisting of ~16 students with lived experience and ~16 suicidologists. Semi-structured interviews will be conducted until saturation is reached. Aim 2 will assess the perceived acceptability and effectiveness of various suicide risk management protocols among high-risk college students (n=30) and suicidologists (n=10). Participants will evaluate different risk response strategies, including variations in outreach, safety measures, and resource provision. Aim 3 will test the impact of different levels of research personnel outreach on reports of suicidal ideation and behaviors. A cohort of 50 students at risk for suicide will complete daily assessments. Responses will trigger stratified interventions, ranging from automated resource reminders to direct outreach by research staff. Participants will evaluate the acceptability of these interventions at the study’s conclusion. This project will generate empirical data to refine ethical guidelines for suicide risk management, ensuring they are both protective and conducive to research integrity. By balancing participant safety with scientific feasibility, SAFER will provide scalable, evidence-based risk management strategies applicable to diverse research settings. These findings will contribute to national efforts in bioethics, aligning with the Belmont Report principles while addressing critical gaps in suicide research methodologies.
Grant Summary
Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) is a NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health grant providing up to $166K for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2028-04-30 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Up to $166K
2028-04-30
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
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Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER)?
Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) is offered by NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health and is generally open to university, nonprofit, healthcare org. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) provide?
Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) provides up to $166K per award from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) deadline?
Applications for Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER) are due 2028-04-30 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER)?
To apply for Structuring Appropriate and Feasible Evaluations of Risk (SAFER), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health.