Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program
USDA-NIFA Posted USDA-NIFA-BRAP-011857
Close Date:
July 13, 2026
Deadline passed
Description
The purpose of the BRAG program, Assistance Listing 10.219, is to support the generation of new information that will assist Federal regulatory agencies in making science-based decisions about the ecological effects of introducing genetically engineered (GE) organisms by techniques that use recombinant, synthesized, or amplified nucleic acids to modify or create a genome. The organisms include plants, microorganisms (including fungi, bacteria, and viruses), arthropods, fish, birds, livestock, and other animals. These include related wild and agricultural organisms.
Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
Applications will only be accepted from public or private research or educational institutions or organizations.
Applications will only be accepted from public or private research or educational institutions or organizations.
Actions
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- $25,000.00
- Award Ceiling
- $650,000.00
- Total Estimated Funding
- $5,000,000.00
- Expected Awards
- 7
Key Dates
- Posted
- June 18, 2026
- Closes
- July 13, 2026
- Archive Date
- August 12, 2026
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- National Institute of Food and Agriculture
- Agency Code
- USDA-NIFA
- Funding Instrument
- Other