National and regional education and training projects, field projects and related technology programs are also encouraged. Historically black colleges and universities with significant collections of primary materials are encouraged to apply. Projects should seek to improve student achievement and provide sustained professional development of teachers and school personnel. Competition deadline date is very tentative. Supports research on any aspect of the ear, including function, physiology, biochemistry, genetics, anatomy, or pathology.
Preference is given to new investigators and pilot studies.
The deadline for requests to renew existing awards is August 1. Grants may provide limited support for certain aspects of conferences held outside the U.S. or Canada, but not general support. Applicants should discuss their projects with an FDA program officer and allow six to nine months lead time before submission. Supports unusual departmental or institutional efforts in education in the chemical sciences. Awards are seed money rather than sustaining grants.