Waiting until very close to the deadline may jeopardize timely submission of grant applications due to system slowdowns during high volume periods. New FastLane requirements have also created additional complexity in the submission process, such as requirements to scan and electronically submit signature pages or other attachments. Some institutes are prorating award notices between the period prior to and after September 29 th . Other institutes may hold funding for new awards to be released at the end of September. These actions will not change the total year s funding for individual grants.
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