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NIJ Solicits Research and Evaluation Projects for Forensic Laboratory Evidence Interpretation

This opportunity from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) seeks research and evaluation projects to advance the examination and interpretation of physical evidence in publicly funded forensic science laboratories. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Justice (NIJ), a federal agency - Eligible Applicants: - State, county, city, and tribal governments - Public and private higher education institutions - Nonprofits, for-profit organizations, federal agencies - Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), and other local government units - Products/Services Requested: - Research and evaluation services focused on forensic laboratory protocols and practices - Projects to identify best practices, assess existing and emerging protocols, and improve laboratory efficiency and policy - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on rigorous, evidence-based studies with direct impact on laboratory operations - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are specified - Up to $1,500,000 in total funding, with up to 7 awards expected - No cost sharing or matching required; funding instrument is a grant - OEMs: - No OEMs or specific manufacturers are mentioned in this solicitation

Description

This funding opportunity seeks proposals for research and evaluation studies to produce practical knowledge that can improve the examination and interpretation of physical evidence in forensic science laboratories. The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is looking for rigorous research and evaluation projects that identify and inform the forensic community of best practices through evaluation of existing and emerging laboratory protocols. Projects should also have a direct and immediate impact on laboratory efficiency and assist in making laboratory policy decisions. Eligible applicants include various government entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses.

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