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The Forest Health Protection (FHP) Biological Control of Invasive Forest Pests Program aims to fund projects that enhance the use of biological control methods for managing invasive forest pests, thereby supporting the health of America's forests. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of applicants to participate. For application details, interested parties can contact the National Program Manager via email at vanessa.lopez@usda.gov.

The grant aims to fund the design, manufacture, and delivery of a low-cost, battery-powered atomic clock that matches or exceeds the performance and size of existing chip-scale atomic clocks, with a target price of under $300 per unit for high-volume production. Eligible applicants include for-profit firms, and consortia led by a for-profit firm are encouraged to apply. Interested parties should refer to the full special notice for application details and contact Jonathan Hoffman or Jenna Chan for further inquiries.

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is preparing to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit research applications focused on integrative systems-level approaches to metastasis research, aiming to complement the NCI’s Metastasis Research Network (MetNet). Eligible applicants include public and private higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and various government entities. While applications are not currently being accepted, the NOFO is expected to be published in Summer 2025, with applications due in Fall 2025.

The grant aims to invite eligible United States small business concerns (SBCs) to submit applications for various phases of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, contingent upon the reauthorization of the program. Eligible applicants are defined as small businesses as per the Small Business Administration (SBA) guidelines. While applications are not currently being solicited, potential applicants are encouraged to prepare for future submissions and can contact SEEDinfo@nih.gov for more information.

The grant aims to establish a National Minority Technical Assistance Resource Center (TARC) to enhance the capacity of the national aging network in addressing the diverse needs of older adults and their family caregivers, particularly those facing economic and social challenges. Eligible applicants include government entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations, specifically those with 501(c)(3) status, while foreign entities are excluded. Application details are not provided, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email at AOA.OAA@acl.hhs.gov for further information.

The Mechanics of Materials and Structures program funds fundamental research on the behavior of deformable solid materials and structures, emphasizing transformative advances in experimental, theoretical, and computational methods. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of researchers to apply. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a one-page project summary to MOMS@nsf.gov prior to full proposal submission to confirm alignment with the program's scope.

The purpose of this grant is to expand the CDC’s network of collaborating institutes to support research and programs aimed at eliminating or controlling non-malaria parasitic threats and neglected tropical diseases that affect American health. Eligible applicants include independent school districts, public and private higher education institutions, various levels of government, for-profit organizations (excluding small businesses), and nonprofits. Application details are not provided, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email at AYang@cdc.gov for more information.

The grant aims to provide funding for three technical assistance providers to support state/territory administrators, tribes/tribal organizations, and coalitions in building capacity through targeted training and technical assistance related to the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA). Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public and private institutions of higher education, and other entities with a proven history of providing capacity building to relevant stakeholders. Interested applicants must demonstrate their capacity to deliver national-level training and resources, and they can apply by contacting the grantor via the provided email.

The purpose of this grant is to support NASA's mission and STEM education priorities by enabling Space Grant Consortia to contribute to NASA's work, build a diverse workforce, and enhance STEM understanding through engagement with NASA's resources. Eligible applicants include Space Grant Lead Institutions that are part of the defined Space Grant Consortia. To apply, institutions must register in NSPIRES and submit electronic proposals by an authorized official by the due date, with all participants required to be registered in the system.

The grant aims to support a regional community care hub (CCH) scaling strategy to enhance access to long-term services and supports (LTSS) for older adults and people with disabilities. Eligible applicants include government entities (city, county, state, and tribal governments), nonprofit organizations (with and without 501(c)(3) status), and educational institutions (public and private). Application details are not provided, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email for more information.

The grant aims to solicit applications for research on collecting and analyzing data from clinical trials involving isolated human islets as a treatment for diabetes, with the goal of supporting future clinical trial designs and informing the public through periodic reports. Eligible applicants include small businesses, various levels of government, educational institutions, nonprofits, and other organizations, including foreign entities. Currently, applications are not being solicited; potential applicants are encouraged to prepare collaborations and projects in anticipation of the upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity.

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is offering research grants for the Silvio O. Conte Centers aimed at advancing neuroscience related to mental health disorders, focusing on basic brain research, integration of clinical studies, and understanding developmental psychopathology. Eligible applicants include various government entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions. While applications are not currently being solicited, potential applicants are encouraged to prepare collaborative project plans and can reach out to the provided contact for more information.