NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on Forensic Science Systems

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is seeking proposals for research and evaluation on forensic science systems. The goal of this funding opportunity is to improve the understanding of the impact of forensic science on the criminal justice system and law enforcement operations. The NIJ is looking for applications in three topic areas: the impact of forensic science on the criminal justice system and law enforcement operations, evaluations of the implementation of new and innovative forensic science methods, and developing the forensic science workforce. • The impact of forensic science on the criminal justice system and law enforcement operations, such as improving investigative clearance rates, increasing law enforcement effectiveness, and reducing crime lab backlogs. • Evaluations of the implementation of new and innovative forensic science methods and their impact on strengthening courtroom admissibility and evidentiary reliability. • Developing the forensic science workforce.