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Florida CareerSource administers workforce development grants funding job training, apprenticeships, incumbent worker training, and employer-based training programs in FL.

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity

The Job Growth Grant Fund supports public infrastructure and workforce training projects to create jobs and stimulate private investment throughout Florida.

U.S. National Science Foundation

Focus On Recruiting Emerging Climate and Adaptation Scientists and Transformers (FORECAST) seeks to facilitate the transition from status quo graduate career preparation to a student-centered model with a particular emphasis on building entrepreneurial and innovation capacity at emerging research institutions (ERIs). Transformers are scientists ready to tackle the challenges the nation and world are facing due to climate change. This opportunity will adopt the spirit of multiple directives for the research community; for example, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) report on Earth System Scienceand the Advisory Committee for Environmental Research and Education report on Engaged Research. These directives call on the research enterprise to support the building of a robust scientific workforce ready to work with communities in addressing societal challenges. Through convergence research approaches to address societal challenges, the transdisciplinary researchers engaged in FORECAST will foster community resilience and the translation of research outcomes for societal benefits, as well as gain a broader understanding of the governmental context related to these issues. A new generation of scientists trained in "engaged research" will be expected to have a national impact in communities that may be disproportionately affected by climate change impacts. The program will build cohorts of innovative scholars from the full spectrum of diverse talent at emerging research institutions to include groups historically excluded in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Participants, who are senior students in undergraduate programs and students who are in master's degree programs, will be supported through intentional professional development activities. FORECAST participants must be US citizens or permanent residents. FORECAST proposals will fall into three categories: Track 1, Track 2, and FORECAST Planning grants. Track 1 will support one Coordination Hub, to coordinate support for rising seniors from emerging research institutions (ERIs) or historically excluded and underserved groups as part of a national cohort to participate in structured professional development opportunities. Track 2 projects will support cohorts of Master's degree students at ERIs. Mentorship and capacity building should be central to the cohort approach. FORECAST Planning grant proposals will build capacity at ERI institutions and with the appropriate partners to undertake the activities necessary to establish a future FORECAST track 2 cohort.

NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Project Summary The Chemistry-Biology Interface (CBI) training program is a new predoctoral training program at Brown University that will equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will allow them to successfully conduct rigorous and reproducible research and to be successful, independent, professionals trained at the interface of chemistry and biology. The rationale is that our 26 faculty trainers and program have the capability to advance biomedical sciences by providing training at the chemistry-biology interface. The training objectives for this program are to: (1) build and sustain an interdisciplinary and collaborative training environment; (2) train PhD students in 10 core competencies; (3) graduate PhD students with a time-to-degree of ≤5 years and completion rate >90%; and (4) train faculty mentors to engage in productive mentoring relationships that optimize the success of the mentors and their trainees alike. The ten core competencies will ensure that trainees have broad conceptual knowledge of chemical biology along with deep knowledge of a specific field and skills in critical thinking, responsibly conducting rigorous and reproducible research, quantitative analysis of data, collaboration, communication, and leadership to support their career development. The CBI training program will support 8 trainees per year and provide structured coursework and a cohesive support framework enabling students to explore research and educational opportunities at the chemistry-biology interface to pursue careers in the biomedical workforce. Trainees are selected from seven doctoral programs: Chemistry, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and a strategic group of four programs within the Division of Biology and Medicine. Trainees learn the principles and techniques of the discipline with courses in chemical biology, methods, quantitative analysis, and a CBI elective. The training program incorporates multiple professional development and networking opportunities including: required monthly meetings for research in progress presentations, discussions on rigor and reproducibility, and RCR refresher training; an experiential interdisciplinary research opportunity to strengthen training at and across the interface of chemistry and biology; peer mentoring; career exploration opportunities; and an annual symposium for trainees to present their research and network with the local CBI community and prominent scientists in chemical biology external to Brown. CBI trainees will be supported during years 2 and 3 of their graduate training but participate in the program until graduation.

NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

Project Summary Today's biomedical challenges are complex, requiring truly innovative and interdisciplinary solutions. The Foundational Quantitative and Experimental Predoctoral Training in Neurosciences (FQuETPN) at the University of Washington (UW) will offer a multidisciplinary education in fundamental neuroscience that will nurture a close-knit group of first and second year predoctoral trainees who are equipped for success as the next generation of scientists in the biomedical workforce. Trainees will be encouraged not only to expand their technical and intellectual skills by partnering with their chosen faculty mentors, but also to take advantage of a broad range of educational experiences aimed at preparing them to attain their future career goals. Our program is organized around three interactive pillars: A Research Excellence Pillar will enrich, in significant and new ways, the research training of students with new training modules that ensure outstanding foundational training in ways that track the changing landscape of neuroscience research. The Quantitative Excellence Pillar will provide new opportunities for training in experimental design, statistical methodology, large scale data collection, high dimensional and computational analysis of neuroscience data. A Community and Professional Development Pillar will ensure that all fellows truly thrive in our program as they make new discoveries and transform to become leaders in their fields. A strategic combination of relational and transactional professional development activities will increase the likelihood that trainees will pursue academic and professional careers in neuroscience. The proposed program will stand on the shoulders of an existing, outstanding, neuroscience research community and graduate education program at UW, but will extend the training experience in several domains that focus on quantitative and experimental rigor and collaborative, interdisciplinary interactions. The FQuETPN curriculum includes essential courses from cellular neurobiology to cognition, supplemented with innovative professional development in grant writing, public speaking, bioethics, and navigating the neuroscience culture. In addition, the program will provide numerous activities that bring graduate students, postdocs, and faculty together to discuss current topics in neuroscience in an informal but focused setting that encourages students to express their opinions and ask questions. The training program will consist of six two- year, graduate student appointments. In each year, three 1st and three 2nd year students will be enrolled in the FQuETPN. Faculty mentors and a Student Advancement Committee oversee student progress, ensuring tailored guidance for success. Our training program will ensure that graduates are well-prepared for independent research and research-related careers in neuroscience.

U.S. Mission to Algeria

A. ELIGIBILITY 1. Eligible Applicants The following organizations are eligible to apply: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions For-profit entities, even those that may fall into the categories listed above, are not eligible to apply for this NOFO. Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. For more information on the difference between sub-contract and sub-recipient, please refer to 2 CFR 200.331. 2. Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing or matching is encouraged, but not required for this funding opportunity. 3. Other Eligibility Requirements All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov as well as a valid registration in SAM.gov. Please see Section E.3 for more information. Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM.gov. Optional: Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding under this funding opportunity. 4. This opportunity will not support: Projects relating to partisan political activity; Charitable or development activities; including direct social services such as medical, psychological, and/or humanitarian support Construction projects; Projects that support specific religious activities; Fund-raising campaigns; Lobbying for specific legislation or programs Scientific research or surveys; Commercial projects; Projects intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization; Projects that duplicate existing projects; Illegal activities B. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION 1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives Algeria presents a significant opportunity for U.S. technological engagement at a pivotal moment. With nearly two-thirds of its population under age 30, the country's shift to English-medium instruction and ambitious University 4.0 initiative create unprecedented openings for American collaboration in the technology sector. As Algeria modernizes its digital infrastructure and educational systems, there is strong interest in partnering with leading technology providers to ensure access to cutting-edge tools and internationally recognized standards. Algeria's next generation of technology leaders students, educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders currently have limited access to training in U.S. artificial intelligence tools, international standards, and best practices in AI governance. Providing access to American AI methodologies and best practices will help ensure that Algerian professionals have diverse options and can make informed choices about the technological ecosystems that best serve their needs and reflect democratic values of transparency, user-centered design, and ethical AI development. This Freedom250 initiative addresses these opportunities by leveraging the five American Spaces across Algeria to deliver practical, hands-on AI training to at least 150 strategic participants who will serve as multipliers within their communities. The program advances U.S. priorities in technological excellence and international partnerships by introducing American AI methodologies in Algeria's technology landscape. Through a modular curriculum spanning AI fundamentals, evaluation frameworks, hands-on labs, and localized application development, participants progress from conceptual understanding to practical proficiency, becoming advocates who can independently apply American frameworks in their professional contexts. This initiative builds directly on Mission Algeria's proven track record in technology and education programming. A 2026 program featuring a Freedom250 AI Envoy engaged Algeria's Ministry of Youth, establishing productive government relationships and demonstrating official interest in U.S. AI collaboration. Additionally, the Mission's 2025 collaboration with the Ministries of Higher Education and Vocational Training including the country's largest English teaching conference revealed that 70% of participating teachers expressed greater interest in learning about American AI tools, validating significant demand for practical AI training. The Public Diplomacy Section seeks to implement a transformative program that strengthens U.S.-Algeria partnership in artificial intelligence and emerging technology. At least 150 participants across five cities will complete the program with measurable gains, producing tangible artifacts like prompt libraries and localized AI applications. A cohort of trained local facilitators will later independently deliver the curriculum, enabling the American Spaces to continue programming beyond initial funding and exponentially expand reach. The alumni will serve as advocates for American AI frameworks, with educators integrating U.S. tools into teaching, entrepreneurs building ventures on American platforms, and community leaders promoting informed discourse about ethical technology development using learned frameworks. The ideal implementing partner will demonstrate sustainability-first design through clear training-of-trainers strategies, capacity to deliver quality programming across all five cities, rigorous monitoring and evaluation frameworks, emphasis on practical application over theory, concrete alumni engagement plans, and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances including virtual delivery. This program represents an important opportunity to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The successful implementer will share the Mission's vision of promoting American technological excellence and ensuring democratic values shape the digital future of the region. Project Audience(s): The primary beneficiaries of this program are the minimum of 150 participants across five Algerian cities who will receive direct training in U.S.-aligned AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks. The program targets university students (ages 18-30) pursuing degrees in technology, engineering, business, and education a particularly strategic demographic given that nearly two-thirds of Algeria's population is under 30. These young professionals represent the future workforce and are eager to acquire cutting-edge skills that enhance their employability in the global technology marketplace. Educators including teachers, professors, and instructional designers serve as critical multipliers who can integrate American AI tools into their curricula, potentially reaching hundreds of additional students over their careers. They are positioned to normalize U.S. technological frameworks within Algeria's educational system and shape how the next generation understands and applies AI technologies. The program also targets entrepreneurs and small business owners developing technology-based ventures or seeking to integrate AI solutions into existing businesses. This audience is motivated by practical applications that improve efficiency and create competitive advantages. Finally, community leaders and civil society representatives working in non-governmental organizations and youth programs influence public discourse about technology adoption and are positioned to promote ethical AI development and democratic governance frameworks that align with American values. These audiences share key characteristics: they have capacity to train others and are at career stages where exposure to American frameworks can shape long-term professional trajectories. Project Goal: The goal is to establish the United States as Algeria's preferred partner for artificial intelligence development by embedding American AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks within Algeria's emerging technology ecosystem. This long-term goal envisions a generation of Algerian technology leaders who routinely adopt U.S.-aligned AI methodologies, promote democratic values of transparency and ethical technology development, and serve as multipliers who expand American technological influence throughout Algerian institutions and communities. This goal directly aligns with U.S. foreign policy priorities of advancing American technological leadership globally, promoting democratic governance in digital spaces, and strengthening bilateral partnerships with a strategic partner in North Africa. Project Objectives: Objective 1: Train a minimum of 150 participants across five American Spaces (Algiers, Bechar, Constantine, Oran, and Ouargla) in U.S.-aligned AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks, with at least 80% of participants completing all hands-on labs and collaborative projects by the end of the 12-month program period. Objective 2: Achieve measurable knowledge gains among participants, with pre- and post-program assessments demonstrating at least 30% improvement in understanding of U.S.-aligned AI standards, ethical frameworks, and practical application methodologies Objective 3: Establish a cohort of at least 10 trained local facilitators who can independently deliver the AI curriculum at American Spaces, ensuring program sustainability and enabling continued delivery beyond the initial funding period. Objective 4: Generate tangible outputs demonstrating practical AI proficiency, with participants producing artifacts such as prompt libraries, automated report templates, and localized AI applications that address real challenges in education, health, agriculture, or community service. Objective 5: Create a sustainable community of practice connecting program alumni, facilitators, and American Spaces, with at least 60% of participants remaining engaged through online platforms and contributing to knowledge-sharing activities six months after program completion. 2. Substantial Involvement N/A READ FULL ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE ATTACHMENTS

U.S. Mission to Algeria

A.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ELIGIBILITY 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;Eligible Applicants <p><span style="color: black;">The following organizations are eligible to apply:</span><span style="color: red;"> </span></p> <p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations</p> <p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Public and private educational institutions</span></p> <p>●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions</span></p> <p>For-profit entities, even those that may fall into the categories listed above, are not eligible to apply for this NOFO.&nbsp;Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. For more information on the difference between sub-contract and sub-recipient, please refer to <a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-2/section-200.331" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">2 CFR 200.331</a>.</p> 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Cost Sharing or Matching <p><span style="color: black;">Cost sharing or matching is encouraged, but not required for this funding opportunity.&nbsp;</span></p> 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;Other Eligibility Requirements <p><span style="color: black;">All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov as well as a valid registration in SAM.gov. Please see Section E.3 for more information. Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM.gov. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">Optional: Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding under this funding opportunity.</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This opportunity will not support: </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Projects relating to partisan political activity;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Charitable or development activities; including direct social services such as medical, psychological, and/or humanitarian support</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Construction projects;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Projects that support specific religious activities;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fund-raising campaigns;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lobbying for specific legislation or programs</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Scientific research or surveys;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Commercial projects;</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Projects intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization; </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Projects that duplicate existing projects; </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">●&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Illegal activities</span></p> B.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;PROGRAM DESCRIPTION 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;Project Background, Goals, and Objectives <p>Algeria presents a significant opportunity for U.S. technological engagement at a pivotal moment. With nearly two-thirds of its population under age 30, the country's shift to English-medium instruction and ambitious University 4.0 initiative create unprecedented openings for American collaboration in the technology sector. As Algeria modernizes its digital infrastructure and educational systems, there is strong interest in partnering with leading technology providers to ensure access to cutting-edge tools and internationally recognized standards.</p> <p>Algeria's next generation of technology leaders—students, educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders—currently have limited access to training in U.S. artificial intelligence tools, international standards, and best practices in AI governance. Providing access to American AI methodologies and best practices will help ensure that Algerian professionals have diverse options and can make informed choices about the technological ecosystems that best serve their needs and reflect democratic values of transparency, user-centered design, and ethical AI development.</p> <p>This Freedom250 initiative addresses these opportunities by leveraging the five American Spaces across Algeria to deliver practical, hands-on AI training to at least 150 strategic participants who will serve as multipliers within their communities. The program advances U.S. priorities in technological excellence and international partnerships by introducing American AI methodologies in Algeria's technology landscape. Through a modular curriculum spanning AI fundamentals, evaluation frameworks, hands-on labs, and localized application development, participants progress from conceptual understanding to practical proficiency, becoming advocates who can independently apply American frameworks in their professional contexts.</p> <p>This initiative builds directly on Mission Algeria's proven track record in technology and education programming. A 2026 program featuring a Freedom250 AI Envoy engaged Algeria's Ministry of Youth, establishing productive government relationships and demonstrating official interest in U.S. AI collaboration. Additionally, the Mission's 2025 collaboration with the Ministries of Higher Education and Vocational Training—including the country's largest English teaching conference—revealed that 70% of participating teachers expressed greater interest in learning about American AI tools, validating significant demand for practical AI training.</p> <p>The Public Diplomacy Section seeks to implement a transformative program that strengthens U.S.-Algeria partnership in artificial intelligence and emerging technology. At least 150 participants across five cities will complete the program with measurable gains, producing tangible artifacts like prompt libraries and localized AI applications. A cohort of trained local facilitators will later independently deliver the curriculum, enabling the American Spaces to continue programming beyond initial funding and exponentially expand reach. The alumni will serve as advocates for American AI frameworks, with educators integrating U.S. tools into teaching, entrepreneurs building ventures on American platforms, and community leaders promoting informed discourse about ethical technology development using learned frameworks.</p> <p>The ideal implementing partner will demonstrate sustainability-first design through clear training-of-trainers strategies, capacity to deliver quality programming across all five cities, rigorous monitoring and evaluation frameworks, emphasis on practical application over theory, concrete alumni engagement plans, and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances including virtual delivery. This program represents an important opportunity to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The successful implementer will share the Mission's vision of promoting American technological excellence and ensuring democratic values shape the digital future of the region.</p> <p><span style="color: black;">Project Audience(s): </span></p> <p>The primary beneficiaries of this program are the minimum of 150 participants across five Algerian cities who will receive direct training in U.S.-aligned AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks. The program targets university students (ages 18-30) pursuing degrees in technology, engineering, business, and education—a particularly strategic demographic given that nearly two-thirds of Algeria's population is under 30. These young professionals represent the future workforce and are eager to acquire cutting-edge skills that enhance their employability in the global technology marketplace.</p> <p>Educators including teachers, professors, and instructional designers serve as critical multipliers who can integrate American AI tools into their curricula, potentially reaching hundreds of additional students over their careers. They are positioned to normalize U.S. technological frameworks within Algeria's educational system and shape how the next generation understands and applies AI technologies. The program also targets entrepreneurs and small business owners developing technology-based ventures or seeking to integrate AI solutions into existing businesses. This audience is motivated by practical applications that improve efficiency and create competitive advantages. Finally, community leaders and civil society representatives working in non-governmental organizations and youth programs influence public discourse about technology adoption and are positioned to promote ethical AI development and democratic governance frameworks that align with American values.</p> <p>These audiences share key characteristics: they have capacity to train others and are at career stages where exposure to American frameworks can shape long-term professional trajectories.</p> <p><span style="color: black;">Project Goal: </span><span style="color: red;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>The goal is to establish the United States as Algeria's preferred partner for artificial intelligence development by embedding American AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks within Algeria's emerging technology ecosystem. This long-term goal envisions a generation of Algerian technology leaders who routinely adopt U.S.-aligned AI methodologies, promote democratic values of transparency and ethical technology development, and serve as multipliers who expand American technological influence throughout Algerian institutions and communities. This goal directly aligns with U.S. foreign policy priorities of advancing American technological leadership globally, promoting democratic governance in digital spaces, and strengthening bilateral partnerships with a strategic partner in North Africa.</p> <p><span style="color: black;">Project Objectives:</span></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Objective 1: Train a minimum of 150 participants across five American Spaces (Algiers, Bechar, Constantine, Oran, and Ouargla) in U.S.-aligned AI tools, standards, and governance frameworks, with at least 80% of participants completing all hands-on labs and collaborative projects by the end of the 12-month program period.</span></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Objective 2: Achieve measurable knowledge gains among participants, with pre- and post-program assessments demonstrating at least 30% improvement in understanding of U.S.-aligned AI standards, ethical frameworks, and practical application methodologies</span></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Objective 3: Establish a cohort of at least 10 trained local facilitators who can independently deliver the AI curriculum at American Spaces, ensuring program sustainability and enabling continued delivery beyond the initial funding period.</span></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Objective 4: Generate tangible outputs demonstrating practical AI proficiency, with participants producing artifacts such as prompt libraries, automated report templates, and localized AI applications that address real challenges in education, health, agriculture, or community service.</span></p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span style="color: black;">Objective 5: Create a sustainable community of practice connecting program alumni, facilitators, and American Spaces, with at least 60% of participants remaining engaged through online platforms and contributing to knowledge-sharing activities six months after program completion.</span></p> 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Substantial Involvement <p>N/A</p> READ FULL ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE ATTACHMENTS

NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Project Summary The primary mission of the G-RISE program at Northern Arizona University (NAU) is to strengthen the PhD trained biomedical and health focused scientist workforce by enhancing institutional capacity and promoting broader participation in rigorous research training. NAU is ideally positioned to contribute to this mission because of the high number of students from disadvantaged backgrounds, combined with strong existing feeder programs, an institutional commitment to educational excellence and upwards mobility and strong and rapidly growing biomedical research productivity. The overarching goal of G-RISE at NAU is to enhance the recruitment, participation and retention of PhD students across 4 PhD programs in Biology, Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability, Informatics and Computing, and Interdisciplinary Health. We aim to use an innovative wrap-around mentorship support system shown to be effective at our institution for students from a range of backgrounds including students from rural areas, first-generation college students, indigenous and Hispanic students. Our activities build on a range of successful training programs primarily at the undergraduate and masters’ levels, including a RISE R25 and research education and investigator development cores of NIH-funded collaborative partnership grants. Specifically, to accomplish our goal, we will provide 1) foundational research training including curricular programming, training in NIH rigor and reproducibility and Responsible Conduct of Research; 2) hands-on research experiences including applied research training during the academic year, summer enrichment experiences and exposure to role models from indigenous and other underrepresented backgrounds; and 3) career development training, including development of a mentorship team, grant writing training, peer-reviewed manuscript writing, training in oral communication skills and support in applying to external workshops and professional positions. We aim to support 8 students each year and support them for 2 years each, for up to 20 students for the proposed 5-year cycle. Our program is further boosted by a strong institutional commitment, further enhancing chances of success. The measurable outcomes are to retain at least 80% of students, and at least 65% of trainees will graduate within 6 years of starting their respective PhD program. In addition, at least 80% of students will present research results at a scientific conference and co-author a scientific manuscript, with the goal of at least one product per year starting in their second year. Finally, at least 75% of graduates will work in a field related to biomedical science or translational health research. We believe G-RISE at NAU will provide the necessary and timely support and research training needed to increase capacity of our trainees to conduct research relevant to their communities, lower the years to degree attainment and strengthen the PhD trained biomedical workforce.

NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Project Summary/Abstract We propose implementing a doctoral-level training program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) that will provide financial, educational, and psychosocial support for diverse students with the overall long-term goal of increasing the diversity in the biomedical workforce in both academic and non-academic workplaces. UNLV is a minority-serving institution at the undergraduate level but doctoral-level biomedical programs at UNLV have not traditionally attracted large numbers of trainees from under-represented groups, including those with disabilities and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Therefore, all of the Ph.D. programs that train biomedical researchers stand to benefit from the proposed program, which has the following specific aims: 1) Enhance the diversity within UNLV’s current biomedical doctoral programs by intentionally recruiting new students from under-represented groups from the UNLV undergraduate population and from other undergraduate institutions, 2) Cultivate a culture of self-efficacy and support for student success, 3) Provide enhanced training to biomedical students for success in 21st century research, and 4) mentor our mentors so they are more supportive and effective mentors of diverse doctoral students. The directors of this G-RISE will collaborate with the UNLV Graduate College to carry out some of these aims by implementing biomedical training within the existing Grad Academy so we can tailor these experiences specifically to biomedical research trainees. The G-RISE directors and other UNLV faculty will explicitly implement other aims. This will include a summer bridge program during the two months immediately before students begin their first two years of doctoral study in order to immerse them in hands-on activities such as brain-storming topics for first-year research, providing feedback on fellowship applications, and orienting them to faculty and student research and campus resources that will aid in their success during graduate school. G-RISE student will have hands-on workshops that will integrate their research projects with modern biological techniques available at UNLV cores or will participate in summer internships outside UNLV. As culminating experience, G-RISE students will write an NRSA fellowship application. We propose to provide stipend support to 5 trainees in years 1 & 5 and 10 trainees in years 2-4 for this program by the end of the five-year program. Trainees will be supported by the G-RISE program for the first two-years of their Ph. D. program. Our overall goal is for 90% of stipend-supported trainees and 80% of non- stipend-supported trainees to successfully complete their doctoral studies, and for 80% of all of those completing their doctoral studies to find long-term employment in an academic or non-academic biomedical career.

U.S. National Science Foundation

All of comparative biology depends on knowledge of the evolutionary relationships (phylogeny) of living and extinct organisms. In addition, understanding biodiversity and how it changes over time is only possible when Earth's diversity is organized into a phylogenetic framework. The goals of the Genealogy of Life (GoLife) program are to resolve the phylogenetic history of life and to integrate this genealogical architecture with underlying organismal data. The ultimate vision of this program is an open access, universal Genealogy of Life that will provide the comparative framework necessary for testing questions in systematics, evolutionary biology, ecology, and other fields. A further strategic integration of this genealogy of life with data layers from genomic, phenotypic, spatial, ecological and temporal data will produce a grand synthesis of biodiversity and evolutionary sciences. The resulting knowledge infrastructure will enable synthetic research on biological dynamics throughout the history of life on Earth, within current ecosystems, and for predictive modeling of the future evolution of life.Projects submitted to this program should emphasize increased efficiency in contributing to a complete Genealogy of Life and integration of various types of organismal data with phylogenies.This program also seeks to broadly train next generation, integrative phylogenetic biologists, creating the human resource infrastructure and workforce needed to tackle emerging research questions in comparative biology. Projects should train students for diverse careers by exposing them to the multidisciplinary areas of research within the proposal.

Georgia WorkSource

Georgia WorkSource administers workforce development grants funding job training, apprenticeships, incumbent worker training, and employer-based training programs in GA.

U.S. National Science Foundation

The World is facing all minds needed problems, but due to historical systemic structures, all minds have not been fully engaged. Recent research shows that science scholars who are underrepresented in STEM produce higher rates of scientific novelty, yet they do not persist in the systems where the innovation is created (Hofstra et al. 2020). Because the geosciences continue to lag other STEM fields in creating a diverse community of researchers, scholars, and practitioners, disruptive strategies and evidence-based practices are needed to recruit and specifically retain individuals who historically have not been included in geoscience education, research and careers. The National Science Foundation s (NSF) Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) seeks to support activities that will develop unique approaches or bring to scale current efforts to increase and sustain the inclusion of individuals from diverse backgrounds in the geoscience education and research community. Proposals that will address elements in the following two areas are encouraged: Professional Development. GEO encourages projects that will develop efforts and training that focus on the creation of BAJEDI (Belonging Accessibility Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion) leaders through scaling of model professional development (PD) programs, identifying barriers that exist within academia and/or the geosciences that prevent the development of diversity champions, and the employment of strategies that will create and sustain cohorts of diversity leaders to maximize collective impact in the geoscience ecosystem. Examples of focus areas for PD centered proposals could include: 1) training in BAJEDI for graduate students and postdocs who will soon be on the job market, 2) creation of curriculum and standards for safe, equitable and inclusive education and research practices, 3) development of guidance that would assist geoscience academic and research units in developing or implementing BAJEDI plans, and 4) identification and fostering of practices related to the valuation of BAJEDI leaders and their activities in institutional promotion systems. Geoscience Capacity Building at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). With the recognition that Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) operate with intentionality and holistic support of students (NASEM 2019), GEO also welcomes proposals that envision new efforts to create educational or degree granting geoscience programs at MSIs or scale existing geoscience programs into graduate programs at MSIs with the following elements in mind: Consideration of the necessary steps to create or scale an educational or degree granting geoscience program through partnerships and collaborations, with an emphasis on collaborative infrastructure as defined under the NSF INCLUDES Program. Development of pilot bridge programs (high school to undergraduate, undergraduate to graduate and graduate to workforce) to grow the pool of potential geoscience program majors at MSIs and prepare them to be geoscience professionals. Identification and reduction of barriers (e.g., grants infrastructure or institutional policies) that may hinder the creation and sustainability of educational and degree granting geoscience programs at MSIs. Creation of a coordinating unit to assist in supporting or building grants management infrastructure at MSIs. When developing proposals, the PI team should acknowledge the need for increased engagement from social and behavioral science experts to address issues related to BAJEDI in the geosciences and include these best practices and experts in proposed projects. Proposals could also focus on the dissemination of information on lessons learned from related activities (e.g., GOLD, NSF INCLUDES National Network, etc.) to the geoscience community, and encourage new opportunities for collaboration in the community and across other NSF Broadening Participation Programs. Review Information Competitive funding requests will explicitly describe and demonstrate their alignment and/or connections to the mission and goals of NSF s GOLD Program. Failure to sufficiently demonstrate relevancy to these Programs will result in the funding request being declined.

U.S. National Science Foundation

The Geospace Cluster (GC) in the Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS) supports fundamental and solutions-oriented research, technology development and education related to the Earth's near-space environment (including the mesosphere, thermosphere, ionosphere, exosphere, magnetosphere and radiation belts) and the inner heliosphere and solar atmosphere. The GC advances knowledge of the Sun--Earth system, including how various parts of the system are coupled through dynamical, electrodynamical and chemical processes. The GC supports research on the societal impacts of these processes including space weather and upper atmosphere climate change, with the aim of increasing resilience to such natural hazards. The GC supports research that uses ground-based or space-based observational facilities and instruments as well as data centers and a broad range of theoretical, modeling, observational, data analyses and laboratory activities. General research topics that are supported by the GC include, but are not limited to: Aeronomy, including studies of wave dynamics, ionization, recombination, chemical reaction, photo emission and transport of energy and momentum within and between the mesosphere, thermosphere and ionosphere of the Earth; how this global system is coupled to the stratosphere below and magnetosphere above; and the plasma physics of phenomena manifested in the coupled ionosphere-magnetosphere system. Magnetospheric physics, including studies of the magnetosphere, or the cavity carved out of the solar wind by the Earth's magnetic field, its energization by the solar wind and population by solar and ionospheric sources; waves and instabilities in such natural plasmas; the origin of planetary electric fields; the origin of geomagnetic storms and substorms; and the coupling among the radiation belts, magnetosphere, ionosphere and atmosphere. Solar-terrestrial physics, including how energy generation and eruptive processes occur in the solar atmosphere and how energy and momentum are transported within the Sun-Earth system; solar dynamo, solar activity cycle and magnetic flux emergence; eruptive activity including solar flares and coronal mass ejections; solar wind heating, solar energetic particles and interactions with cosmic rays; solar wind/magnetosphere boundary; and helioseismology. Space weather and space climate, including solar or terrestrial drivers of space weather; observations and modeling of the integrative geospace system that could lead to better predictive capabilities of the time-varying space environment; and characterization of space weather impacts on critical infrastructure and technological systems. Proposals to the GC are welcome at any time. However, the following solicitations in support of specific geospace science and community efforts have target dates or deadlines. They also may have PI and/or Institution restrictions. Please refer to the solicitation documents for further details: The Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR) targeted research program aims to understand the behavior of the Earth's atmospheric regions from the middle atmosphere upward through the thermosphere and ionosphere into the exosphere in terms of coupling, energetics, chemistry and dynamics on regional and global scales. The Geospace Environment Modeling (GEM) targeted research program supports investigations of the physics of the Earth's magnetosphere and the coupling of the magnetosphere to the atmosphere and solar wind, including for making accurate predictions of the geospace environment. The Solar, Heliospheric, and Interplanetary Environment (SHINE) targeted research program supports enhanced understanding of and predictive capabilities for the processes by which energy in the form of magnetic fields and particles are produced by the Sun and/or accelerated in interplanetary space and on the mechanisms by which these fields and particles are transported to the Earth through the inner heliosphere. The Faculty Development in geoSpace Science (FDSS) solicitation integrates topics in geospace science, including solar and space physics and space weather research, into natural sciences, engineering or related departments at U.S. institutions of higher education. The solicitation also stimulates the development of undergraduate or graduate programs or curricula to train the next generation of leaders in geospace science. The Geospace Cluster participates in other AGS, GEO and NSF programs and solicitations including but not limited to: Distributed Array of Small Instruments (DASI) ECosystem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering (ECLIPSE) AGS encourages and inspires scientific leaders by investing in the atmospheric and geospace sciences, enhancing educational opportunities and experiences and supporting faculty and researchers at all career stages. The Division expects that proposers will integrate education, outreach and dissemination activities into their research plans in compliance with NSF Broader Impacts Merit Review criteria. AGS invites proposals that include plans for workforce development, educational and outreach activities, open science initiatives and efforts to broaden participation and encourage diverse talent in the atmosphere and geospace sciences. Furthermore, AGS encourages proposals from all institutions, including Minority Serving Institutions, Emerging Research Institutions and institutions in EPSCoR jurisdictions. The Proposal &amp; Award Policies &amp; Procedures Guide (PAPPG) provides the instructions for submitting proposals to AGS. Additionally, Chapter II.F of the PAPPG defines "Other Types of Proposals," including community-building proposals such as Conference, Travel or Planning Proposals and special categories of proposals, such as Rapid Response Research (RAPID) and EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER). Proposals that are not compliant with the PAPPG will be returned without review. The following sections highlight specific NSF-, GEO-, or AGS-wide solicitations that may be relevant to the AGS Community. Please be aware that solicitations are frequently updated, so make sure that you are looking at the most recent version. Career Development AGS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (AGS-PRF): The AGS-PRF program supports researchers (also known as Fellows) for up to 24 months at the institution of their choice. The program is intended to recognize beginning investigators of significant potential and provide them with research experience that will broaden perspectives, facilitate interdisciplinary interactions, and establish them in leadership positions within the AGS community. Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER): The CAREER program supports early career (assistant professor-level) faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead advances for their department or organization. Awards are 5 years long and must integrate research and education. Mid-Career Advancement (MCA): The MCA program provides opportunities for scientists and engineers at the associate professor rank (or equivalent) to substantively enhance and advance their research program through synergistic partnerships. Capacity Development EMpowering BRoader Academic Capacity and Education (EMBRACE): The EMBRACE program supports research and educational efforts at "non-R1" institutions, including non-R1 minority serving institutions (MSIs), two-year colleges (2YCs), primarily undergraduate institutions (PUIs), and emerging research (ERIs) and master's level institutions. Historically Black Colleges and Universities Excellence in Research (HBCU - EiR): The HBCU-EiR program supports research at public and private historically Black colleges and universities to strengthen research capacity and promote engagement with NSF. Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (RUI and ROA): RUI awards support PUI faculty in research that engages them in their professional field(s), build capacity for research at their home institution, and support the integration of research and undergraduate education. ROA awards similarly support PUI faculty research, but these awards typically allow faculty to work as visiting scientists at research-intensive organizations where they collaborate with other NSF-supported investigators. Instrumentation and Facilities Major Research Instrumentation: The MRI program supports requests for up to $4 million from NSF for the development or acquisition of multi-user research instruments that are critical to the advancement of science and engineering. Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-1: The MSRI-1 program supports the design and implementation of research infrastructure--including equipment, cyberinfrastructure, large-scale datasets and personnel--whose total project costs exceed the NSF Major Research Instrumentation program limit but are under $20 million. Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-2: The MSRI-2 program supports the implementation of research infrastructure--including equipment, cyberinfrastructure, large-scale datasets and personnel--whose total project costs fall between $20 million and $100 million.

U.S. National Science Foundation

The Geospace Cluster (GC) in the Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS) supports fundamental and solutions-oriented research, technology development and education related to the Earth's near-space environment (including the mesosphere, thermosphere, ionosphere, exosphere, magnetosphere and radiation belts) and the inner heliosphere and solar atmosphere. The GC advances knowledge of the Sun--Earth system, including how various parts of the system are coupled through dynamical, electrodynamical and chemical processes. The GC supports research on the societal impacts of these processes including space weather and upper atmosphere climate change, with the aim of increasing resilience to such natural hazards. The GC supports research that uses ground-based or space-based observational facilities and instruments as well as data centers and a broad range of theoretical, modeling, observational, data analyses and laboratory activities. General research topics that are supported by the GC include, but are not limited to: <ul> <li>Aeronomy, including studies of wave dynamics, ionization, recombination, chemical reaction, photo emission and transport of energy and momentum within and between the mesosphere, thermosphere and ionosphere of the Earth; how this global system is coupled to the stratosphere below and magnetosphere above; and the plasma physics of phenomena manifested in the coupled ionosphere-magnetosphere system.</li> <li>Magnetospheric physics, including studies of the magnetosphere, or the cavity carved out of the solar wind by the Earth's magnetic field, its energization by the solar wind and population by solar and ionospheric sources; waves and instabilities in such natural plasmas; the origin of planetary electric fields; the origin of geomagnetic storms and substorms; and the coupling among the radiation belts, magnetosphere, ionosphere and atmosphere.</li> <li>Solar-terrestrial physics, including how energy generation and eruptive processes occur in the solar atmosphere and how energy and momentum are transported within the Sun-Earth system; solar dynamo, solar activity cycle and magnetic flux emergence; eruptive activity including solar flares and coronal mass ejections; solar wind heating, solar energetic particles and interactions with cosmic rays; solar wind/magnetosphere boundary; and helioseismology.</li> <li>Space weather and space climate, including solar or terrestrial drivers of space weather; observations and modeling of the integrative geospace system that could lead to better predictive capabilities of the time-varying space environment; and characterization of space weather impacts on critical infrastructure and technological systems.</li> </ul> Proposals to the GC are welcome at any time. However, the following solicitations in support of specific geospace science and community efforts have target dates or deadlines. They also may have PI and/or Institution restrictions. Please refer to the solicitation documents for further details: <ul> <li>The <a title="CEDAR" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/cedar-coupling-energetics-dynamics-atmospheric-regions" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/cedar-coupling-energetics-dynamics-atmospheric-regions">Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR) </a>targeted research program aims to understand the behavior of the Earth's atmospheric regions from the middle atmosphere upward through the thermosphere and ionosphere into the exosphere in terms of coupling, energetics, chemistry and dynamics on regional and global scales.</li> <li>The <a title="GEM" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/gem-geospace-environment-modeling" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/gem-geospace-environment-modeling">Geospace Environment Modeling (GEM)</a> targeted research program supports investigations of the physics of the Earth's magnetosphere and the coupling of the magnetosphere to the atmosphere and solar wind, including for making accurate predictions of the geospace environment.</li> <li>The <a title="SHINE" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/shine-solar-heliospheric-interplanetary-environment" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/shine-solar-heliospheric-interplanetary-environment">Solar, Heliospheric, and Interplanetary Environment (SHINE)</a> targeted research program supports enhanced understanding of and predictive capabilities for the processes by which energy in the form of magnetic fields and particles are produced by the Sun and/or accelerated in interplanetary space and on the mechanisms by which these fields and particles are transported to the Earth through the inner heliosphere.</li> <li>The <a title="FDSS" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/fdss-faculty-development-geospace-science" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/fdss-faculty-development-geospace-science">Faculty Development in geoSpace Science (FDSS)</a> solicitation integrates topics in geospace science, including solar and space physics and space weather research, into natural sciences, engineering or related departments at U.S. institutions of higher education. The solicitation also stimulates the development of undergraduate or graduate programs or curricula to train the next generation of leaders in geospace science.</li> </ul> The Geospace Cluster participates in other AGS, GEO and NSF programs and solicitations including but not limited to: <ul> <li><a title="DASI" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/dasi-distributed-array-small-instruments" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/dasi-distributed-array-small-instruments">Distributed Array of Small Instruments (DASI)</a></li> <li><a title="ECLIPSE" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/eclipse-ecosystem-leading-innovation-plasma-science-engineering" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/eclipse-ecosystem-leading-innovation-plasma-science-engineering">ECosystem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering (ECLIPSE)</a></li> </ul> AGS encourages and inspires scientific leaders by investing in the atmospheric and geospace sciences, enhancing educational opportunities and experiences and supporting faculty and researchers at all career stages. The Division expects that proposers will integrate education, outreach and dissemination activities into their research plans in compliance with NSF Broader Impacts Merit Review criteria. AGS invites proposals that include plans for workforce development, educational and outreach activities, open science initiatives and efforts to broaden participation and encourage diverse talent in the atmosphere and geospace sciences. Furthermore, AGS encourages proposals from all institutions, including Minority Serving Institutions, Emerging Research Institutions and institutions in EPSCoR jurisdictions. The Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) provides the instructions for submitting proposals to AGS. Additionally, Chapter II.F of the PAPPG defines "Other Types of Proposals," including community-building proposals such as Conference, Travel or Planning Proposals and special categories of proposals, such as Rapid Response Research (RAPID) and EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER). Proposals that are not compliant with the PAPPG will be returned without review. The following sections highlight specific NSF-, GEO-, or AGS-wide solicitations that may be relevant to the AGS Community. Please be aware that solicitations are frequently updated, so make sure that you are looking at the most recent version.   Career Development <a title="AGS-PRF" href="https://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/good-bye?AGS%20Postdoctoral%20Research%20Fellowship" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/good-bye?AGS%20Postdoctoral%20Research%20Fellowship">AGS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (AGS-PRF)</a>: The AGS-PRF program supports researchers (also known as Fellows) for up to 24 months at the institution of their choice. The program is intended to recognize beginning investigators of significant potential and provide them with research experience that will broaden perspectives, facilitate interdisciplinary interactions, and establish them in leadership positions within the AGS community. <a title="CAREER" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/career-faculty-early-career-development-program" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/career-faculty-early-career-development-program">Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER)</a>: The CAREER program supports early career (assistant professor-level) faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead advances for their department or organization. Awards are 5 years long and must integrate research and education. <a title="MCA" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mca-mid-career-advancement" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mca-mid-career-advancement">Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)</a>: The MCA program provides opportunities for scientists and engineers at the associate professor rank (or equivalent) to substantively enhance and advance their research program through synergistic partnerships. Capacity Development <a title="EMBRACE" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/embrace-empowering-broader-academic-capacity-education" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/embrace-empowering-broader-academic-capacity-education">EMpowering BRoader Academic Capacity and Education (EMBRACE)</a>:  The EMBRACE program supports research and educational efforts at "non-R1" institutions, including non-R1 minority serving institutions (MSIs), two-year colleges (2YCs), primarily undergraduate institutions (PUIs), and emerging research (ERIs) and master's level institutions. <a title="HBCU-EIR" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/historically-black-colleges-universities" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/historically-black-colleges-universities">Historically Black Colleges and Universities Excellence in Research (HBCU - EiR)</a>:  The HBCU-EiR program supports research at public and private historically Black colleges and universities to strengthen research capacity and promote engagement with NSF. Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (RUI and ROA):  RUI awards support PUI faculty in research that engages them in their professional field(s), build capacity for research at their home institution, and support the integration of research and undergraduate education. ROA awards similarly support PUI faculty research, but these awards typically allow faculty to work as visiting scientists at research-intensive organizations where they collaborate with other NSF-supported investigators. Instrumentation and Facilities <a title="MRI" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mri-major-research-instrumentation-program" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mri-major-research-instrumentation-program">Major Research Instrumentation</a>:  The MRI program supports requests for up to $4 million from NSF for the development or acquisition of multi-user research instruments that are critical to the advancement of science and engineering. <a title="MSRI-1" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mid-scale-ri-1-mid-scale-research-infrastructure-1" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mid-scale-ri-1-mid-scale-research-infrastructure-1">Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-1</a>:  The MSRI-1 program supports the design and implementation of research infrastructure--including equipment, cyberinfrastructure, large-scale datasets and personnel--whose total project costs exceed the NSF Major Research Instrumentation program limit but are under $20 million. <a title="MSRI-2" href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mid-scale-ri-2-mid-scale-research-infrastructure-2" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mid-scale-ri-2-mid-scale-research-infrastructure-2">Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-2</a>:  The MSRI-2 program supports the implementation of research infrastructure--including equipment, cyberinfrastructure, large-scale datasets and personnel--whose total project costs fall between $20 million and $100 million. </body> </html>

Goodwill Industries International

Grants supporting employment training and job placement programs for people with disabilities.

U.S. National Science Foundation

NSF GRANTED supports innovative models of research enterprise administrative development and workforce training infrastructure that promote sustainable research capacity and opportunities for economic impactin U.S. organizations. The research enterprise, broadly defined, includes research development and administration, research analytics, technology transfer and commercialization, corporate relations/public-private partnerships, research integrity, compliance and security, research policy, administration of student research training, and research leadership. Strengthening and transforming this administrative infrastructure is necessary to fully utilize the Nation's research talent and capabilities and empower America's organizations that engage in or support research and its outcomes, to participate in a globally competitive research enterprise. Program Description Maintaining U.S. global leadership demands a research enterprise that is competitive, effective, sustainable <span>a</span>nd contributes to the Nation's economic growth goals. A strong national research enterprise relies on more than funding for the research itself. It also requires robust administrative support-and-service infrastructure, which is often unseen, yet includes critical components to ensure a competitive research environment regardless of organization or location. Research enterprise infrastructure enables the development of proposals and management of awards and supports research translation through technology transfer and public-private partnerships. Research compliance enables the security and integrity of research approaches. Research analytics and communication, managing the training of the U.S. scientific workforce, and harnessing the creativity and drive of research leadership, and more, are also fundamental components of the infrastructure. The<a href="https://new.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/broadening-participation/granted">GRANTED initiative</a>provides unique opportunities to realize a broad and collaborative vision for research enterprise infrastructure. Proposals in response to this GRANTED program description should engage the professional, administrative research support-and-service workforce in project leadership roles described within proposals.Proposed projects should look beyond individual and discipline-specific research needs and focus on activities that create organization-wide impact and potential for regional and national impact. Projects should propose scalable approaches and models to build and sustain research enterprise infrastructure.Competitive proposals will recognize structural and organizational challenges and include goals to implement interventions, solutions, and/or strategies that will mitigate the challenges. Proposals must be centered around one or more of the three main themes of GRANTED: <ul type="disc"> <li>Innovating and enhancing practices and processes within the research enterprise;</li> <li>Developing and strengthening human capital within the research enterprise; and</li> <li>Translating effective practices related to the research enterprise into a broad range of organizational contexts.</li> </ul> The GRANTED program utilizes general proposal requirements, including eligibility, as outlined in the current NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG). Prospective PIs are strongly encouraged to contact GRANTED initiative personnel (<a href="mailto:granted@nsf.gov">GRANTED@nsf.gov</a>) with inquiries prior to developing and submitting a proposal to this program description. The project budget and duration should be determined by the scope of the proposed activities and presented in accordance with the PAPPG.GRANTED is not intended to fund discipline-specific STEM research and training projects. Collectively, proposals funded through this Program Description will advance transformation of the national research enterprise, measured through 1) generating scalable models that improve research capacity and competitiveness, 2) creating collaborations, partnerships, and communities centered around strengthening the Nation's research enterprise, 3) increasing the range of project leadership, organizations, ideas, and approaches that NSF funds, especially related to developing areas aligned to agency priorities, and 4) strengthening engagement across the Nation&rsquo;s research enterprise.

U.S. National Science Foundation

NSF GRANTED supports innovative models of research enterprise administrative development and workforce training infrastructure that promote sustainable research capacity and opportunities for economic impactin U.S. organizations. The research enterprise, broadly defined, includes research development and administration, research analytics, technology transfer and commercialization, corporate relations/public-private partnerships, research integrity, compliance and security, research policy, administration of student research training, and research leadership. Strengthening and transforming this administrative infrastructure is necessary to fully utilize the Nation's research talent and capabilities and empower America's organizations that engage in or support research and its outcomes, to participate in a globally competitive research enterprise. Program Description Maintaining U.S. global leadership demands a research enterprise that is competitive, effective, sustainable and contributes to the Nation's economic growth goals. A strong national research enterprise relies on more than funding for the research itself. It also requires robust administrative support-and-service infrastructure, which is often unseen, yet includes critical components to ensure a competitive research environment regardless of organization or location. Research enterprise infrastructure enables the development of proposals and management of awards and supports research translation through technology transfer and public-private partnerships. Research compliance enables the security and integrity of research approaches. Research analytics and communication, managing the training of the U.S. scientific workforce, and harnessing the creativity and drive of research leadership, and more, are also fundamental components of the infrastructure. TheGRANTED initiativeprovides unique opportunities to realize a broad and collaborative vision for research enterprise infrastructure. Proposals in response to this GRANTED program description should engage the professional, administrative research support-and-service workforce in project leadership roles described within proposals.Proposed projects should look beyond individual and discipline-specific research needs and focus on activities that create organization-wide impact and potential for regional and national impact. Projects should propose scalable approaches and models to build and sustain research enterprise infrastructure.Competitive proposals will recognize structural and organizational challenges and include goals to implement interventions, solutions, and/or strategies that will mitigate the challenges. Proposals must be centered around one or more of the three main themes of GRANTED: Innovating and enhancing practices and processes within the research enterprise; Developing and strengthening human capital within the research enterprise; and Translating effective practices related to the research enterprise into a broad range of organizational contexts. The GRANTED program utilizes general proposal requirements, including eligibility, as outlined in the current NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG). Prospective PIs are strongly encouraged to contact GRANTED initiative personnel (GRANTED@nsf.gov) with inquiries prior to developing and submitting a proposal to this program description. The project budget and duration should be determined by the scope of the proposed activities and presented in accordance with the PAPPG.GRANTED is not intended to fund discipline-specific STEM research and training projects. Collectively, proposals funded through this Program Description will advance transformation of the national research enterprise, measured through 1) generating scalable models that improve research capacity and competitiveness, 2) creating collaborations, partnerships, and communities centered around strengthening the Nation's research enterprise, 3) increasing the range of project leadership, organizations, ideas, and approaches that NSF funds, especially related to developing areas aligned to agency priorities, and 4) strengthening engagement across the Nation s research enterprise.

NIDDK - National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

This proposal seeks external funding for a recently launched internship program for undergraduate trainees who are passionate about improving metabolic health. Our program aims to help outstanding undergraduates achieve their goals of becoming the next generation of nurses, physician assistants, physicians, and scientists by providing research experience, clinical exposure, career development training, and community outreach opportunities over the course of a 10-week summer program. Our training offers exposure to the metabolic underpinnings of chronic kidney disease (CKD), diabetes, obesity, hypertension, heart failure, cardiovascular disease and stroke. These comorbid conditions have increased in parallel with the epidemic proportions of diabetes and obesity, which are strong risk factors for these chronic health conditions. With overwhelming support from UofU administration, colleagues, and community leaders, we created and implemented the Utah Summer Undergraduate Mentored Metabolism Immersive Training (SUMMIT) Program, a 10-week summer research internship which provides: i) hands-on research experience (basic, clinical, or translational) with established scientists; ii) professional and career development; iii) clinical shadowing; iv) cultural mentoring; and v) community outreach. With NIH support, we aim to continue annual research experiences and educational training in metabolic disease (with an emphasis on diabetes, obesity, endocrinology, and metabolism) through the Utah SUMMIT Program. We will: 1) Execute a summer research internship centered on metabolic health for undergraduates that includes comprehensive and lifelong academic, career, and educational support through mentored research and the development of a strong, supportive cohort experience; 2) provide Summit Scholars outreach opportunities with Utahns at high risk for metabolic disease; and 3) Evaluate the effectiveness of the SUMMIT Program on increasing trainee trajectories toward STEM careers and the endocrine-related biomedical workforce.

Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT)

DBEDT's CbED program provides grants to community-based organizations for projects that stimulate economic development in underserved areas, supporting local entrepreneurship, workforce training, and community capacity building.

Department of Health

The Area Health Education Center (AHEC) program improves the supply and distribution of health care professionals through community-based training of health care trainees in underserved areas across the state. The goal of the program is to assist in improving health care access to under-served areas by emphasizing the development of a primary care workforce.

Department of Health

The AMSNY Scholars in Medicine and Science and AMSNY Scholarship in Medicine programs (formally known as Diversity in Medicine program) recruits and trains a diverse healthcare workforce that represents the diversity of patients in underserved communities to ensure health equity across the continuum of care. Program funding is available to students who commit to working in underserved areas in New York State upon completion of their medical education. Applicants must be students who are applying to studying in a participating medical school.

Department of Housing and Urban Development

The Healthy Homes Production Program (HHP) is part of HUD s overall Healthy Homes Initiative launched in 1999. The program takes a comprehensive approach to addressing multiple childhood diseases and injuries in the home by focusing on housing-related hazards in a coordinated fashion, rather than addressing a single hazard at a time. The program builds upon HUD s successful Lead Hazard Control programs to expand the Department s efforts to address a variety of high-priority environmental health and safety hazards. Applicants receiving a Healthy Homes Production award under this NOFO will be expected to accomplish the following objectives:a. Maximize both the number of vulnerable residents protected from housing-related environmental health and safety hazards and the number of housing units where these hazards are controlled;b. Identify and remediate housing-related health and safety hazards in privately owned, low-income rental and/or owner-occupied housing, especially in units and/or buildings where families with children, older adults 62 years and older, or families with persons with disabilities reside;c. Promote cost-effective and efficient healthy home methods and approaches that can be replicated and sustained;d. Support public education and outreach that furthers the goal of protecting children and other vulnerable populations from housing-related health and safety hazards;e. Build local capacity to operate sustainable programs that will prevent and control housing-related environmental health and safety hazards in low- and very low-income residences, and develop a professional workforce that is trained in healthy homes assessment and principles;f. Promote integration of this grant program with housing rehabilitation, property maintenance, weatherization, healthy homes initiatives, local lead-based paint hazard control programs, health and safety programs, and energy efficiency improvement activities and programs;g. Build and enhance partner resources to develop the most cost-effective methods for identifying and controlling key housing-related environmental health and safety hazards;h. Promote collaboration, data sharing, and targeting between health and housing departments;i. Ensure to the greatest extent feasible that job training, employment, contracting, and other economic opportunities generated by this grant will be directed to low- and very-low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to businesses that provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons in the area in which the project is located. For more information, see 24 CFR 135 (Section 3).

Department of Housing and Urban Development

<p>The Healthy Homes Production Program (HHP) is part of HUD’s overall Healthy Homes Initiative launched in 1999. The program takes a comprehensive approach to addressing multiple childhood diseases and injuries in the home by focusing on housing-related hazards in a coordinated fashion, rather than addressing a single hazard at a time. The program builds upon HUD’s successful Lead Hazard Control programs to expand the Department’s efforts to address a variety of high-priority environmental health and safety hazards. Applicants receiving a Healthy Homes Production award under this NOFO will be expected to accomplish the following objectives:</p><p>a. Maximize both the number of vulnerable residents protected from housing-related environmental health and safety hazards and the number of housing units where these hazards are controlled;</p><p>b. Identify and remediate housing-related health and safety hazards in privately owned, low-income rental and/or owner-occupied housing, especially in units and/or buildings where families with children, older adults 62 years and older, or families with persons with disabilities reside;</p><p>c. Promote cost-effective and efficient healthy home methods and approaches that can be replicated and sustained;</p><p>d. Support public education and outreach that furthers the goal of protecting children and other vulnerable populations from housing-related health and safety hazards;</p><p>e. Build local capacity to operate sustainable programs that will prevent and control housing-related environmental health and safety hazards in low- and very low-income residences, and develop a professional workforce that is trained in healthy homes assessment and principles;</p><p>f. Promote integration of this grant program with housing rehabilitation, property maintenance, weatherization, healthy homes initiatives, local lead-based paint hazard control programs, health and safety programs, and energy efficiency improvement activities and programs;</p><p>g. Build and enhance partner resources to develop the most cost-effective methods for identifying and controlling key housing-related environmental health and safety hazards;</p><p>h. Promote collaboration, data sharing, and targeting between health and housing departments;</p><p>i. Ensure to the greatest extent feasible that job training, employment, contracting, and other economic opportunities generated by this grant will be directed to low- and very-low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to businesses that provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons in the area in which the project is located. For more information, see 24 CFR 135 (Section 3).</p>

Department of Veterans Affairs

Employment-focused grants for reintegrating homeless veterans into the workforce through job training, placement, and supportive services.