The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is offering this grant to fund essential basic scientific research, specifically within the physical, life, and cognitive sciences. This grant is for the critical purpose of significantly increasing the foundational knowledge underpinning various forensic science disciplines. The ultimate objective is to enhance and refine forensic methods and techniques that are directly intended for use within the criminal justice system. NIJ seeks innovative proposals from the scientific community that promise to advance the understanding and reliability of forensic evidence. This initiative aims to bolster the scientific rigor of forensic practices, ensuring that criminal justice professionals have access to robust and scientifically sound tools and methodologies to support investigations and legal proceedings effectively.
Opportunity ID: 141736
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NIJ-2012-3098 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Basic Scientific Research to Support Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 100 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.560 — National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Justice |
| Description: | With this solicitation, NIJ seeks proposals for funding basic scientific research in the physical, life, and cognitive sciences that is designed to increase the knowledge underlying forensic science disciplines intended for use in the criminal justice system. Authorizing Legislation: Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (sections 201 and 202); Homeland Security Act (section 232); Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to full solicitation. |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
For additional assistance with requirements, e-mail NIJ at forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov. Additional information can be found at www.nij.gov/nij/funding/welcome.htm, and frequently asked questions that may assist with applying are posted at www.nij.gov/funding/faqs.htm.
For technical assistance with submitting an application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035 or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. Note: The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. Email:forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Description. | Jan 31, 2012 | |
| Jan 31, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NIJ-2012-3098 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Basic Scientific Research to Support Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 100 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.560 — National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Justice |
| Description: | With this solicitation, NIJ seeks proposals for funding basic scientific research in the physical, life, and cognitive sciences that is designed to increase the knowledge underlying forensic science disciplines intended for use in the criminal justice system. Authorizing Legislation: Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (sections 201 and 202); Homeland Security Act (section 232); Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to full solicitation. |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
For additional assistance with requirements, e-mail NIJ at forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov. Additional information can be found at www.nij.gov/nij/funding/welcome.htm, and frequently asked questions that may assist with applying are posted at www.nij.gov/funding/faqs.htm.
For technical assistance with submitting an application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035 or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. Note: The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. Email:forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NIJ-2012-3098 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Basic Scientific Research to Support Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 100 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.560 — National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 20, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Justice |
| Description: | With this solicitation, NIJ seeks proposals for applied research and development projects that will: (1) increase knowledge or understanding necessary to guide forensic science policy and practice or (2) result in the production of useful materials, devices, systems, or methods that have the potential for forensic application. The intent of the Applied Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes Program is to direct the findings of basic scientific research, research and development in broader scientific fields applicable to forensic science, and ongoing forensic science research toward the development of highly discriminating, accurate, reliable, cost-effective, and rapid methods for the identification, analysis, and interpretation of physical evidence for criminal justice purposes. Authorizing Legislation: Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (sections 201 and 202); Homeland Security Act (section 232); Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to full solicitation. |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
For additional assistance with requirements, e-mail NIJ at forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov. Additional information can be found at www.nij.gov/nij/funding/welcome.htm, and frequently asked questions that may assist with applying are posted at www.nij.gov/funding/faqs.htm.
For technical assistance with submitting an application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035 or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. Note: The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. Email:forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 141736 Full Announcement-1 -> nij fy12 basic research in forensic science_final.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | For additional assistance with requirements, e-mail NIJ at forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov. Additional information can be found at www.nij.gov/nij/funding/welcome.htm, and frequently asked questions that may assist with applying are posted at www.nij.gov/funding/faqs.htm. For technical assistance with submitting an application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035 or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. Note: The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. Email: forensic.research@ojp.usdoj.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.560 | PKG00116010 | Jan 31, 2012 | Apr 20, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
141736 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
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