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NIJ FY 11 Applied Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes

Opportunity ID
NIJ-2011-2805
Solicitation Status
Closed
Fiscal Year
2011
Closing Date
Posting Date
Description

NIJ is seeking applicants for funding to support 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.

Awards

Number of Awards: 22
Total Amount Awarded: $8,230,065

Date Created: January 4, 2011