Opportunity Information: Apply for O NIJ 2025 172537
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- The National Institute of Justice in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NIJ FY25 Invited to Apply - Funding to Support the Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.560.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-02-11.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-02-18. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $523,184.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is offering a continuation grant opportunity titled "NIJ FY25 Invited to Apply - Funding to Support the Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes Program" (Funding Opportunity Number: O-NIJ-2025-172537). The purpose of this award is to support basic or applied research and development efforts in forensic science that directly serve criminal justice needs. The work is intended to strengthen the scientific foundations and practical capabilities of forensic disciplines, with an emphasis on producing research findings and tools that can be used in real operational settings.
The opportunity is guided by NIJ's Forensic Science Strategic Research Plan and the priorities identified through NIJ's Forensic Science Technology Working Group (TWG). These frameworks outline the most pressing research gaps and technology challenges facing operational forensic laboratories. Projects funded under this program are expected to align with those priorities by generating research-based knowledge, developing or improving methods, and creating or refining tools and technologies that help laboratories address current limitations in accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and overall performance. The broader public purpose is to support law enforcement and the criminal justice system by promoting public safety, preventing and reducing crime, and contributing to fair, consistent, and impartial administration of justice through stronger forensic science.
This is an invited, restricted competition. Only the applicant that received an official NIJ invitation letter is eligible to apply, and applicants are instructed to rely on that letter for specific eligibility requirements and any invitation-specific directions. According to the posting, the only application that will be accepted is from the University of Wisconsin, meaning no other organizations or institutions are eligible under this solicitation.
Administratively, this is categorized as a continuation funding opportunity and uses a grant as the funding instrument. The activity category is science and technology and other research and development, and the CFDA/Assistance Listing number associated with the program is 16.560. NIJ expects to make one award under this opportunity, with an award ceiling of $523,184. The opportunity was created on February 11, 2026, and the original application closing date is February 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "NIJ FY25 Invited to Apply - Funding to Support the Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes Program."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number (FON) is O-NIJ-2025-172537.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ).
What is the purpose of the award?
The purpose is to support basic or applied research and development (R&D) in forensic science that directly serves criminal justice needs, including strengthening the scientific foundations and practical capabilities of forensic disciplines.
What types of work are expected to be supported?
The posting describes support for basic or applied forensic science R&D efforts that generate research-based knowledge, develop or improve methods, and create or refine tools and technologies intended for use in real operational settings.
What does NIJ emphasize about real-world use?
The work is intended to produce research findings and tools that can be used in real operational settings, with a focus on improving accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and overall performance in operational forensic laboratories.
How is the opportunity guided in terms of research priorities?
It is guided by NIJ's Forensic Science Strategic Research Plan and the priorities identified through NIJ's Forensic Science Technology Working Group (TWG), which identify pressing research gaps and technology challenges for operational forensic laboratories.
What kinds of outcomes are projects expected to deliver?
Projects are expected to align with NIJ priorities by generating research-based knowledge and by developing, improving, creating, or refining methods, tools, and technologies that help laboratories address limitations in accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and overall performance.
What is the broader public purpose of this program?
The broader public purpose is to support law enforcement and the criminal justice system by promoting public safety, preventing and reducing crime, and contributing to fair, consistent, and impartial administration of justice through stronger forensic science.
Is this an open competition?
No. This is an invited, restricted competition.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only the applicant that received an official NIJ invitation letter is eligible to apply. The posting indicates the only application that will be accepted is from the University of Wisconsin.
What should the invited applicant rely on for eligibility and directions?
Applicants are instructed to rely on the official NIJ invitation letter for specific eligibility requirements and any invitation-specific directions.
How many awards does NIJ expect to make under this opportunity?
NIJ expects to make one award.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $523,184.
What type of funding opportunity is this administratively?
It is categorized as a continuation funding opportunity.
What is the funding instrument?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is science and technology and other research and development.
What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number?
The CFDA/Assistance Listing number associated with the program is 16.560.
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on February 11, 2026.
What is the application deadline?
The original application closing date is February 18, 2026.
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