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The grant aims to enhance cadet learning experiences, support faculty development, and improve the Air Force's mission capabilities through active research programs at the USAFA. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of applicants to participate, although proposals from Federal Agencies will not be evaluated. Interested parties can contact Cheryl McGuire at 719-333-2786 or via email at 10MSG.LGCC@us.af.mil for more information.

The NIH Collaborative International Research Project grant aims to support and enhance international research collaborations that align with the NIH mission, allowing for oversight and tracking of international funding. Eligible applicants include government entities, small and for-profit businesses, educational institutions, and various nonprofit organizations. To apply, interested parties must submit a project proposal that includes at least one international subproject related to the scientific missions of participating NIH Institutes, Centers, and Offices.

The grant aims to promote team science research to discover the causes of Parkinson's Disease through the Morris K. Udall Discovery Centers without Walls initiative. Eligible applicants include public and private higher education institutions, for-profit organizations, small businesses, government entities, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applications are not currently being solicited, but potential applicants are encouraged to develop collaborations and projects in preparation for future submissions.

The grant aims to fund projects that enhance economic security and mobility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on areas such as youth transition, employment opportunities, and assistive technology. Eligible applicants include private and public higher education institutions, various government entities, and nonprofit organizations, while foreign entities are not eligible. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email for more information.

The grant aims to support University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) in implementing national training initiatives that address the critical and emerging needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Eligible applicants are the 67 UCEDDs, as foreign entities are not permitted to apply. For application details, interested parties should contact the grantor via email at dana.fink@acl.hhs.gov.

The FDA is funding a Center for Research on Complex Generics to enhance collaboration with the generic drug industry, aiming to improve patient access to high-quality generic drugs through research and engagement. Eligible applicants include government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses of various sizes. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email at terrin.brown@fda.hhs.gov for more information.

The NSF Engineering Directorate's Professional Formation of Engineers (PFE) initiative aims to innovate and support an inclusive engineering profession for the 21st century by advancing understanding of professional formation processes. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of applicants to submit proposals. Interested parties can apply by submitting proposals in two categories—Research Projects or Design and Development Projects—detailing their approach and expected impact on the engineering formation system.

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is offering the Transition to Aging Research Award for Predoctoral Students to support late-stage graduate students in completing their doctoral dissertation projects and transitioning into aging-focused postdoctoral positions. Eligible applicants include graduate students from various research areas, as well as nonprofit organizations, government entities, businesses, and educational institutions. Applications are not currently being solicited; this notice is intended to allow potential applicants time to prepare their projects and collaborations.

The grant aims to solicit research applications for the Autism Centers of Excellence (ACE) to advance the progress of autism research using innovative technologies and methods. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations, including small businesses. While applications are not currently being accepted, potential applicants are encouraged to prepare collaborations and projects in anticipation of the upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).

The Switzer Research Fellowships program aims to enhance research capacity by supporting doctoral candidates conducting original research on the experiences and outcomes of people with disabilities in areas such as community living, employment, and health. Eligible applicants are individuals who are doctoral candidates, including those with disabilities, and must provide documentation if they are not U.S. citizens. To apply, candidates must submit their application forms signed by themselves, as the fellowship is awarded to individuals rather than institutions.

The Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research (XC) grant aims to support initiatives that promote diversity, international cooperation, and education within the materials research community, including workshops and summer schools that do not fit into specific programs. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of applicants to participate. Interested parties should contact a Program Director for XC before submitting proposals exceeding $50,000 and follow the guidelines for conference proposals as outlined in the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide.

The NIGMS Maximizing Investigators' Research Awards (MIRA) program aims to provide funding stability and scientific flexibility to support innovative research aligned with NIGMS's mission. Eligible applicants include NIGMS-funded investigators, NIH-defined New Investigators, and current MIRA grantees, with applications encouraged from various educational, governmental, nonprofit, and business entities. To apply, interested parties should contact NIGMS at NIGMS_EINIMIRA@NIGMS.NIH.GOV for further information.