NIOSH Exploratory/developmental Grant Program (R21)
Key Information
Due Date: February 16, 2027
Agency: United States Department of Health and Human Services
Source: Federal
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Funding Amount: $3,000,000
Funding Type: Grant
Match Required: No
Status: Forecasted
Bridgette Garrett, PhD, Scientific Program Official 770-488-5715
Overview
Identify the risks and conditions linked to workplace health issues.Develop strategies to reduce risks and limit exposure to hazardous environments.Translate significant scientific discoveries into prevention measures and products that can effectively reduce work-related illnesses and injuries.The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) actively supports exploratory and developmental research projects (R21) that pursue:
Innovative scientific concepts.New model systems.Tools or technologies with the potential to make a meaningful impact on occupational safety and health.Through this NOFO, applicants will:
Provide a clear and concise description of the specific occupational health burden the proposal addresses. Demonstrate how the proposed research activities will lead to outputs that directly contribute to alleviating this burden.Outline the expected outcomes and impacts of their research during the project and in the long term.
Additional Info
Posted Date: July 27, 2026
Application Due Date: February 16, 2027
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Eligible Applicants:
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Independent school districts
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- City or township governments
- County governments
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- State governments
- Small businesses
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Unrestricted
- Special district governments
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