Grants Office
Director: Kimberly Gray
Grants Coordinator: Rita Patel

Volume 6, Issue 18
April 2010

Social Science Research In Forensic Science (NIJ)

Deadline: 2010-05-03

The many disciplines of forensic science are constantly changing and evolving, particularly as technological advancements improve law enforcement's ability to use forensic evidence more effectively and efficiently. The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is interested in a wide range of research that will improve public safety and advance the administration of justice by helping to improve the use of forensic evidence in the criminal justice system and ensure the integrity of forensic processes. Applicants are free to propose projects in the topics identified in this solicitation or propose other social science projects in the area of forensic science. NIJ anticipates that up to a total of $1 million may become available for awards made through this solicitation. NIJ expects to make multiple awards for projects that run between 1 to 3 years. NIJ funding for an individual research project rarely exceeds $500,000 annually, though total funding for projects requiring multiple years to complete has exceeded $1 million in some cases.