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NIJ Solicitation for Forensic Science Research and Development Projects

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is inviting proposals for research and development projects aimed at advancing forensic science for criminal justice applications. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Justice (NIJ) - Scope of Solicitation: - Supports both basic and applied research in forensic science - Seeks innovations that either expand knowledge or result in new materials, devices, systems, or methods for forensic use - Funding and Awards: - Total program funding: $12,500,000 - Up to 30 awards anticipated - Eligibility: - Open to city, county, state, and tribal governments - Nonprofits, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, Federal Agencies, FFRDCs, UARCs, and other local government units are eligible - Notable Requirements: - Projects must have clear potential to impact forensic science policy, practice, or technology - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are identified in this solicitation - No product or service line items specified - No unique technical requirements or brand-name specifications provided

Description

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports basic or applied research and development of innovations in forensic science for criminal justice purposes. The awards fund discrete, specified projects aimed at increasing knowledge to guide forensic science policy and practice or producing useful materials, devices, systems, or methods with potential forensic applications. Eligible applicants include various government entities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and businesses. The program funding totals $12,500,000 with an expected 30 awards.

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