NIJ FY25 Invited to Apply - Research and Evaluation for the Testing and Interpretation of Physical Evidence in Publicly Funded Forensic Laboratories
Posted: Feb 11, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 02/18/2026
Funding Information
Estimated Total Funding
$930,640
Award Ceiling
$930,640
Expected Number of Awards
1
Description
This funding opportunity seeks proposals for research and evaluation studies to produce practical knowledge that has the potential to improve the examination and interpretation of physical evidence in forensic science laboratories across the community of practice. This program furthers DOJ’s mission by supporting the development of new knowledge and tools to address the challenges of crime and justice in the United States. NIJ’s Forensic Science Strategic Research Plan and Forensic Science R&D Technology Working Group (TWG) identify current research priorities and technology challenges encountered in operational forensic science laboratories. Research-based knowledge and newly developed tools that work towards addressing these priorities and resolving these challenges facilitate the criminal justice community’s ability to enforce the law, promote public safety, prevent and reduce crime, and ensure fair and impartial administration of justice.
Synopsis
This funding opportunity seeks proposals for research and evaluation studies to produce practical knowledge that has the potential to improve the examination and interpretation of physical evidence in forensic science laboratories across the community of practice. This program furthers DOJ’s mission by supporting the development of new knowledge and tools to address the challenges of crime and justice in the United States. NIJ’s Forensic Science Strategic Research Plan and Forensic Science R&D Technology Working Group (TWG) identify current research priorities and technology challenges encountered in operational forensic science laboratories. Research-based knowledge and newly developed tools that work towards addressing these priorities and resolving these challenges facilitate the criminal justice community’s ability to enforce the law, promote public safety, prevent and reduce crime, and ensure fair and impartial administration of justice.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
Only the applicant that received an official invitation letter from NIJ is able and eligible to apply. Please refer to that letter for eligibility requirements.
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 16.560 - National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants
Contact Information
Agency: National Institute of Justice
Contact: National Institute of Justice
Email: jillian.conte@usdoj.gov
Phone: 202-616-5314
For assistance with the requirements of this funding opportunity please reach out to Jillian Conte at email: jillian.conte@usdoj.gov.
jillian.conte@usdoj.gov
jillian.conte@usdoj.gov
Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Continuation
Version: 1
Last Updated: Feb 11, 2026 12:33:42 PM EST
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