WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce, through National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - ERA Production, invites proposals for the FY 2027 - 2029 Broad Agency Announcement. This initiative aims to promote research, education, outreach, innovative projects, or sponsorships that are not covered by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's competitive discretionary programs. Notably, this announcement does not seek goods or services for the direct benefit of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Eligib more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy, through its Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy, seeks proposals for Unlocking New Levels of Output and Capacity for Key Subsurface Resources SBIR/STTR. The initiative aims to advance innovative technologies that enhance the extraction and utilization of subsurface resources, driving efficiency and sustainability in energy production. Eligible entities for this funding opportunity include small businesses, research institutions, and academic organizations, encouraging a broad range of  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the National Institute of Justice, has announced a funding opportunity inviting proposals for the FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on Drones as First Responders. This initiative offers an estimated total of $3.5 million and is intended to support rigorous evaluations of the implementation of drone technology in combating violent crime, immigration enforcement, and various law enforcement activities. Under this opportunity, eligible applicants include other units of local government. more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the National Institute of Justice, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at driving research and evaluation on violent crime connected to gangs and organized criminal groups, both domestic and transnational. This initiative, targeting up to $3 million in total funding, is designed to support innovative studies that will inform law enforcement strategies and operations. The funding opportunity invites rigorous evaluations of new or existing strategies intended to mitigate violen more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the National Institute of Justice, has announced a funding opportunity focused on the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly individuals. This initiative is designed to enhance understanding and improve responses to these critical issues through scientific research. NIJ seeks proposals for projects that address one or more key areas: examining the role of emerging technologies in fraud and exploitation; conducting forensic research to strengthen investigations and prosecution more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the Discovery Gateway to Reproductive Health Innovation program. This initiative aims to support innovative research and development projects that address key challenges in reproductive health. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, and non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing knowledge and solutions in reproductive health. The program seeks to facilitate breakthrough techno more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the NLM Institutional Grants for Research Training in Biomedical Informatics, Data Science, and AI. This funding opportunity aims to enhance the training of early-career researchers in these vital fields, fostering advancements in health informatics and data analysis. Grants awarded under this initiative will range from $500,000 to $775,000, providing substantial support for institutional programs designed  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for its funding opportunity aimed at supporting pilot and feasibility studies. These studies are essential for informing the design and execution of efficacy, effectiveness, and services research trials, particularly in the realms of substance use and HIV prevention. The program, titled Pilot and Feasibility Studies in Preparation for Substance Use and HIV Prevention Intervention and Services Research Trials (R more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families, seeks applications for residential services aimed at supporting unaccompanied alien children. This funding opportunity is designed to provide essential services that cater to the unique needs of these vulnerable youth, ensuring their safety and well-being in a conducive environment. Award amounts for the program will range from $2 million to $5.6 million, allowing recipients to develop comprehensive residential care so more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its component National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the CAPSTONE Centers for Multidisciplinary Research in Child Abuse and Neglect. This initiative aims to support research centers focused on preventive strategies for child abuse and neglect, enhancing the understanding of its causes and consequences, and promoting evidence-based solutions. The program targets a range of multidisciplinary research approaches, encouraging collaborations that integrate  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR) and Developmental Centers for AIDS Research (D-CFAR) program. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of research programs focused on HIV/AIDS by supporting innovative, interdisciplinary research and fostering collaborations among scientists. Grant recipients will be expected to establish sustainable centers that will advance research in HIV/AIDS, facilitate training,  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for a Coordinating Center for the National Resource Network focused on the study of human auditory and vestibular disorders. This Notice of Funding Opportunity aims to support a center that will serve as a critical technological hub for researchers working with human inner and middle ear tissues. The estimated total funding for this initiative is $300,000, with an award ceiling set at $200,000. The National Insti more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Immune Tolerance Network program. This initiative supports clinical trials aimed at investigating immune tolerance in individuals with conditions such as autoimmune diseases and organ transplants. The Immune Tolerance Network aims to foster innovative research that can lead to improved treatment options by enhancing the understanding of immune tolerance mechanisms. Proposals should focus on clinical trial more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its agency National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Learning Disabilities Research Centers program, aimed at advancing the understanding of learning disabilities in children and adults. This initiative will support innovative research that can lead to effective interventions and improved educational outcomes for individuals grappling with these challenges. The program specifically targets the establishment of research centers dedicated to exploring t more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the National Resource Network for the Study of Human Auditory and Vestibular Disorders. This Notice of Funding Opportunity aims to sustain laboratories within the NIDCD National Human Ear Resource Network, a collaborative framework that serves as a technological resource for auditory and vestibular researchers. The network facilitates the use of human inner and middle ear tissues for various basic and clinical  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the NextTech initiative aimed at advancing the translational development of next-generation diagnostic and therapeutic devices. This opportunity focuses on innovative projects that facilitate the creation of devices designed to improve patient care outcomes in clinical settings. The program is explicitly tailored for projects that can demonstrate a significant potential for commercialization and impact on heal more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Prevention and Treatment Through a Comprehensive Care Continuum for HIV-Affected Adolescents in Resource-Constrained Settings--Implementation Science Network (PATC3H-IN). This initiative aims to enhance the health outcomes of adolescents living with or at risk for HIV in low-resource environments, emphasizing the integration of services and evidence-based practices. The funding opportunity supports the dev more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for establishing Translational Centers Using Microphysiological Systems for Infectious Diseases. This grant aims to promote innovation in the development of therapeutic strategies for infectious diseases by leveraging advanced microphysiological systems. To be eligible, proposals must focus on the application of human-relevant model systems that can replicate the complexity of human disease processes. The National more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced a funding opportunity under the FY27 Small Business Development Center State of Kansas Network Rebid. This initiative aims to enhance the support available to local small businesses across Kansas, facilitating their growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability. The grant provides financial support ranging from $777,777 to $1.1 million, designed to assist organizations that will deliver comprehensive services to small business owners. Funded projects are expected to more ST