The University of Miami received a $1,534,759 Project Grant award from the Defense Health Agency under the Military Medical Research and Development program (CFDA 12.420) to conduct research on the "RESTORATION OF INNER EAR CELLS IN THE HEARING LOSS-ASSOCIATED HUMAN INNER EAR SYSTEM". This 3-year award, with a period of performance from September 30, 2023 to September 29, 2026, will support the university's biomedical research efforts focused on developing new treatments and improving patient care related to hearing loss, a key health concern for military personnel. As a major academic medical center, the University of Miami has extensive experience managing federal research grants and contracts, often collaborating with other institutions on large-scale, multi-year initiatives to advance scientific understanding and deliver innovative healthcare solutions.