NIJ FY25 Research and Development of Innovations in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is seeking applications for the Research and Development of Innovations in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes grant program. This program aims to support basic or applied research and development of innovations in forensic science for criminal justice purposes. The awards will support discrete, specified, circumscribed projects that will increase the body of knowledge to guide and inform forensic science policy and practice, or lead to the production of useful materials, devices, systems, or methods that have the potential for forensic application. • The program will support research and development projects in forensic science. • The awards will be made to various types of organizations, including federal agencies, research and development centers, universities, and other units of local government. • The estimated funding for this program is $12,500,000, with an award ceiling of $12,500,000 and an award floor of $0. • The application deadline is June 2, 2026.