Plain-language brief
What this opportunity funds
The R21 grant program is designed to advance our understanding of occupational diseases and injuries by focusing on the following three objectives: Identify the risks and conditions linked to workplace health issues. Develop strategies to reduce risks and limit exposure to hazardous environments. Translate significant scientific discoveries into prevention measures and products that can effectively reduce work-related illnesses and injuries. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) actively supports exploratory and developmental research projects (R21) that pursue: Innovative scientific concepts. New model systems. Tools or technologies with the potential to make a meaningful impact on occupational safety and health. Through this NOFO, applicants will: Provide a clear and concise description of the specific occupational health burden the proposal addresses. Demonstrate how the proposed research activities will lead to outputs that directly contribute to alleviating this burden. Outline the expected outcomes and impacts of their research during the project and in the long term.
Eligibility at a glance
- Eligible applicants
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), City or township governments, Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility", County governments, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Small businesses, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Private institutions of higher education, State governments
- Eligible locations
- See official notice
- Eligible activities
- Health
- Matching requirement
- Not specified
- Registration
- SAM.gov, Grants.gov
Application process
- Read the complete official notice and confirm every eligibility rule.
- Complete required registrations early; federal registrations can take time.
- Build the budget, work plan, evidence, and attachments requested by the sponsor.
- Submit through the official portal and retain the confirmation.
Change history
No material changes have been recorded since this opportunity entered the hub.