Query: How will the reviewers assess whether the budget is justified, as noted in the review criteria?
Context: The exclusion of specific budget information from these applications was part of the NIH approval process for the use of the DP3 activity code. Reviewers make a general assessment of the requested direct costs compared to the scope and type of research. As with other grant reviews, the budget discussion occurs after the scientific discussion and does not affect the scoring. The study section recommendations on the budget are not binding and can be evaluated by program staff upon receipt of the detailed budget and justification.