National Institute of Justice

Description

The goal of NIJ’s Forensic DNA Unit Efficiency Improvement Program is to identify and facilitate implementation of novel technologies resulting from ongoing research and development projects in the field of forensic DNA, as well as in other fields such as molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology that may improve the capacity and/or efficiency of forensic DNA laboratories. Specifically, this program is designed to fund the incorporation of such novel technologies, through validation studies, into State and local government forensic laboratories that are currently performing DNA analysis. Priority consideration will be given to proposals that focus on technologies developed as a result of NIJ’s Forensic DNA Research and Development Program. Additionally, technologies intended to improve the efficiency of analyzing DNA samples will be given priority consideration over those that improve the identification, collection, and/or preservation of biological evidence/samples. How to Apply: Applications will be submitted through OJP’s Grants Management System (GMS). GMS is a Web-based, data-driven computer application that provides cradle to grave support for the application, award and management of grants at OJP. Applicants should begin the process immediately to meet the GMS registration deadline, especially if this is the first time they have used the system. Complete instructions on how to register and submit an application in GMS can be found at www.ojp.usdoj.gov/gmscbt/. If you experience technical difficulties at any point during this process, please e-mail GMSHelpDesk@usdoj.gov, or call 1–888–549–9901 (option 3), Monday–Friday from 6:00 a.m. to midnight eastern time, except for Federal holidays. OJP highly recommends starting the registration process as early as possible to prevent delays in the application submission by the specified deadline.

Who can apply

• Unrestricted

Contact

For technical assistance with submitting the application, contact the Grants Management System Support Hotline at 1–888–549–9901, option 3, or via e-mail to GMSHelpDesk@usdoj.gov. For assistance with any other requirement of this solicitation, contact Mark S. Nelson, Senior Program Manager, at 202–616–1960 or by e-mail to Mark.S.Nelson@usdoj.gov, or Minh Nguyen, Program Manager, at 202–305–2664 or by e-mail to Minh.Nguyen@usdoj.gov.
Mark.S.Nelson@usdoj.gov or Minh.Nguyen@usdoj.gov