Federal Education Grants

This funding opportunity supports researchers investigating new biological, environmental, and social factors contributing to liver cancer in the U.S., particularly in relation to established risk factors and health disparities.

Through this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) invites U01 cooperative agreement applications for Physical Sciences-Oncology Network (PS-ON). The goal of the PS-ON is to foster the convergence of physical sciences approaches and perspectives with cancer research to advance our understanding of cancer biology and oncology by forming transdisciplinary teams of physical scientists and cancer biologists/physician scientists. Examples of physical scientists may include engineers, physicists, mathematicians, chemists, and computer scientists. The research projects funded through this FOA, individually and as a collaborative Network along with other funded research projects, will support transdisciplinary research that: (1) drives a physical sciences perspective within the cancer research community; (2) facilitates team science and field convergence at the intersection of physical sciences and cancer research; and (3) collectively tests physical sciences-based experimental and theoretical concepts of cancer and promotes innovative solutions to address outstanding questions in cancer research.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that explore how climate change affects cancer risks, treatment, and survivorship, with a focus on developing solutions to mitigate these impacts and address health inequities.

The "Advanced Development and Validation of Emerging Molecular and Cellular Analysis Technologies for Basic and Clinical Cancer Research" grant aims to fund exploratory research projects that further develop and validate innovative technologies for analyzing molecular and cellular aspects of cancer, with the goal of improving cancer research, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of health disparities.

This grant provides funding to state and local courts, national nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions to support innovative projects that improve the administration of justice in state courts across the country.

The purpose of this NOFO is to support projects to test prospective multi-sectoral preventive interventions that address social determinants of health in populations that experience health disparities. These research projects will be part of the Multi-Sectoral Preventive Interventions (MSPI) Research Network, which will also include a Coordinating Center (NOFO xxx). Funded under a cooperative agreement, projects participating in the MSPI Research Network will collaborate to share approaches, methods, and data, working closely with NIH Institutes, Offices and Centers. Applicants applying to this NOFO are encouraged to review the Coordinating Center NOFO to fully understand the MSPI Research Network structure and activities. This NOFO solicits bi-phasic research projects proposed in UG3/UH3 Phased Innovation Awards Cooperative Agreement applications. Funding for the UG3 phase (phase I) will be used to demonstrate sufficient preparation, feasibility and capacity to meet foundational milestone targets specific to the work proposed. A UG3 project that meets its milestones will be administratively considered by NIH and prioritized for transition to the UH3 award (phase II). Applicants responding to this NOFO must address specific aims and milestones for both the UG3 and UH3 phases.

Purpose of Public Diplomacy Grants: The PDS invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic and support a priority program area (see below) in order to highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All proposed programs must include an American element, either through a connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s, usage of American educational/informational resources, or any other activities that promote or contribute to increased mutual understanding between the people of the United States and people of the Kyrgyz Republic. Competitive proposals will promote continued/sustainable cooperation between the people of the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic even after the project concludes.Special consideration will be given to proposals which include partnership with Kyrgyz governmental bodies, and to organizations that have a demonstrated track record of implementing these types of partnerships.PDS invites proposals for programs that support one of the following U.S. Embassy priority program areas:Sustainable Economic GrowthAccountable Governance and StabilityEnglish Language ProgrammingClimate Change Resilience and Environmental ProtectionCombating Transnational Threats.

This funding opportunity supports researchers at various institutions to conduct basic experimental studies involving human participants, aimed at advancing our understanding of fundamental biological and behavioral processes.

The "Effectiveness of School-Based Health Centers to Advance Health Equity" grant aims to fund research into how school-based health centers can effectively address the health needs of underserved school-aged children, particularly in managing and preventing chronic illnesses and understanding how these centers can improve health outcomes for at-risk groups such as immigrant youth and those in rural areas.

GEC seeks to understand through quantified and qualified research the scope and scale of foreign propaganda and disinformation occurring in games and game-adjacent platforms in Eastern Europe. After completing the research, the implementer will organize a convening of governments, industry, and civil society to share the report and to discuss the findings and other related research.Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility: The GEC may make awards through this solicitation to U.S. and foreign non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and commercial entities. Individuals, state and local governments, foreign public entities, and public international organizations are not eligible to apply. Before submitting, potential applicants should ensure that they are eligible to receive a grant or cooperative agreement and prepared to adhere to the terms of 2 CFR 200 and 2 CFR 600.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for new and at-risk researchers from diverse backgrounds to conduct independent scientific studies, particularly in areas addressing health disparities and underrepresented populations.

The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi is pleased to announce an open competition for the Georgian TVET Institutions to submit applications to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Support Program 2024. Interested applicants should submit proposals to [email protected] by July 1, 2024, 18:00. A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Background: Georgias Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) reforms are aimed at supporting socio-economic development, poverty reduction, and developing human capital to meet the needs of the labor market. Thus far, reform has primarily focused on identifying labor force needs and reducing the mismatch between supply and demand, to reduce overall unemployment and increase the employment rates of TVET graduates. Self-employment (mainly underemployment in subsistence agriculture) and high urban unemployment remain major economic challenges. The gender imbalance in vocational education is a significant challenge to the development of an inclusive TVET system and a barrier to womens labor force participation. Community or family beliefs undermine the potential role of women in contributing to sustainable and productive livelihoods. Gender stereotypes about the kinds of work women and men should do limit students from pursuing satisfying careers in non-traditional areas. Negative gender norms and beliefs hold back girls and women from applying for traditionally male-dominated trades in lieu of female-dominated trades, which may not necessarily lead to profitable work. We face the same problem with female-dominated fields where negative gender norms are affecting boys and mens decisions to follow some specific career paths. In general, gender-specific differences are most pronounced in the education, health, and welfare disciplines, which are clearly dominated by women. In contrast, men dominate in engineering, manufacturing, construction, and services (Geostat, 2018). Culturally, a negative stigma affiliated with TVET harkening back to the Soviet Union, has become a significant barrier for the much-needed program. TVET is not considered a desired or first-rate career path. There is a prevailing belief that TVET qualifies graduates for low status, manual, and poorly paid jobs. Employers do not trust vocational qualifications. Vocational counselling and career planning services are an essential element in the countrys education and training system. Although some reforms have been started towards this direction, still counselling and guidance remain at a basic level, mainly due to insufficient staffing. As a result, students in primary and secondary education, young people and parents making important life decisions do not always have enough information on the available educational and occupational choices and they often have to make uninformed decisions. Weak career guidance is followed by weak support for job search and job intermediation, especially for young people as they enter the labor market for the first time. The analysis shows that young people (and especially young women) face obstacles transitioning to the labor market. This includes inflation of qualifications, lack of trust of vocational qualifications, preference for higher levels of education, work experience requirements, and the mismatch of skills between supply and demand. In spite of the high level of unemployment, employers find it difficult to locate the personnel they require. Program Objectives: The objectives of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Support Program 2024 are the following: Developing systematic vocational counselling and career guidance from school to higher education level for all learners, jobseekers, and alumni, for better informed career decisions and higher access to labor market. Mainstreaming gender in TVET integrating a gender perspective and priority in all policy planning, implementation, and evaluation activities at all levels. Increasing the participation of female students in formerly male-dominated TVET programs and promoting formerly nontraditional TVET programs to both, female and male students to overcome discriminatory cultural norms and community practices so that women and men benefit equally from the same opportunities. Strengthening the capacity of TVET providers to overcome gender disparity in student recruitment and retention. The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi will accept projects proposed and managed by Georgian TVET institutions that support the above listed objectives. Note: Proposals from regional TVET institutions that include public-private partnerships are encouraged.

This funding opportunity supports researchers and institutions in conducting early-phase clinical trials for innovative cancer treatments and diagnostic tools to improve patient care and address unmet needs in cancer research.

This program provides funding to partnerships of local agencies, schools, and agricultural producers to increase the use of local foods in school meal programs and promote agricultural education.

This funding opportunity supports clinician-investigators transitioning from residency to early career faculty roles, providing resources for research training and professional development in various health-related fields.

The Department of State invites applications from U.S. organizations with interest and expertise in conducting research and training to implement programs concerning the countries of Eastern Europe and the independent states of the former Soviet Union. Institutions of higher education or U.S.-based non-profit organizations that meet the provisions outlined in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC (501) (c) (3) may apply. The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to inform potential applicant organizations of programmatic, procedural, and funding information for the annual grant competition for the Program for the Studies of Eastern Europe and the Independent States of the Former Soviet Union (Title VIII). The grantor expects funds appropriated under the Assistance for Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia (AEECA) heading of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2023 (Div. K, P.L. 117-328) (FY 2023 SFOAA) this funding opportunity. Grantees will receive funds before September 30, 2024. This notice is subject to the availability of funding.Purpose: In the Act, Congress declared its finding that independently verified, factual knowledge about the countries of Eastern Europe and the independent states of the former Soviet Union is critical to the national security of the United States, the furtherance of U.S. national interests in the conduct of foreign relations, and the prudent management of U.S. domestic affairs. Furthermore, Congress found that the development and maintenance of U.S. expertise in these regions depends upon a national capability for advanced research by highly trained specialists. Such specialists constitute a national resource potentially available for service in and out of government. In the Act, Congress also declared that providing a stable and dedicated source of financial support for Title VIII functions, beyond federal, state, local, regional, and private sector funding, is critical to maintaining this important research and training on a long-term, national scale.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for teams of alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop innovative projects that address global challenges and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Mauritius or Seychelles.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for early-career researchers to explore innovative studies that address the intersection of substance use disorders and HIV/AIDS, helping them transition into independent research careers.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in expanding their cancer studies to address health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities and underserved populations, encouraging collaboration between experienced cancer researchers and those focused on disparities.

This funding opportunity supports early stage researchers in pursuing innovative and high-risk scientific projects that significantly diverge from their previous work, without the need for preliminary data.