NIJ FY 2026 Invited to Apply - A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Closes: 10/07/2026
Funding Information
Estimated Total Funding
$402,889
Award Ceiling
$402,889
Expected Number of Awards
1
Description
This opportunity seeks to direct the findings of basic scientific research; foster research and development in broader scientific fields applicable to forensic science; and support ongoing forensic science research toward the development of highly discriminating, accurate, reliable, cost-effective, and rapid methods for the identification, analysis, and interpretation of forensic evidence for criminal justice purposes. Toward that end, it aims to complete funding for the project “A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy” (15PNIJ-24-GG-03857-NIJB).
Synopsis
This opportunity seeks to direct the findings of basic scientific research; foster research and development in broader scientific fields applicable to forensic science; and support ongoing forensic science research toward the development of highly discriminating, accurate, reliable, cost-effective, and rapid methods for the identification, analysis, and interpretation of forensic evidence for criminal justice purposes. Toward that end, it aims to complete funding for the project “A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy” (15PNIJ-24-GG-03857-NIJB).
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
Only the applicant that received an official invitation letter from NIJ is able and eligible to apply. Please refer to that letter for eligibility requirements. The application will only be accepted from: RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 16.560 - National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants
Contact Information
Agency: National Institute of Justice
Contact: National Institute of Justice
Email: gregory.dutton@usdoj.gov
Phone: 202-616-5314
For assistance with the requirements of this funding opportunity, please contact Gregory Dutton at Phone: 202-532-5612 or Email: gregory.dutton@usdoj.gov
gregory.dutton@usdoj.gov
gregory.dutton@usdoj.gov
Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Continuation
Version: 1
Last Updated: Sep 30, 2026 09:27:03 AM EDT
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