Thank you for your interest in joining ForceNET.

ForceNET is an NIH funded U24, which was created to sponsor and review U24 pilot grants and build a network of force-based mechanisms researchers. All interested individuals are encouraged to join. There are no licensure requirements.  you do not need to be a researcher, and there is no cost to join.

Benefits of Joining ForceNET

  1. Eligibility to submit for a U24 pilot grant (if the individual meets the NIH requirements-see RFA)
  2. Periodic newsletter
  3. Free attendance at webinars
  4. Access to YouTube library of training materials
  5. Access and inclusion to a membership directory for networking opportunities
  6. Updated messaging regarding conferences, pilot funding opportunities, and other NIH events
  7. Access to ForceNET Membership Directory

Selected ForceNET members also may have the opportunity to:

  • Contribute to U24 working groups
  • Review U24 pilot grants
  • Participate in consensus panels
  • Present in webinars
  • Collaborate on the publishing of special issues

Those with interests in these additional areas should contact Dr. Bill Reed by email at wreed@uab.edu or office phone +1 (205) 934-3261 or Dr. Chad Cook by email at chad.cook@duke.edu or office phone +1 (919) 684 8905.

If you are interested in becoming a member of ForceNET, please click the button below and fill out the short survey. Thank you so much!