NIH Locks Doors for Secret Grant Reviews in 2026
Published Date: 2/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences is holding a closed virtual meeting on March 24, 2026, to review grant applications. This meeting affects researchers seeking funding and keeps sensitive info private. No money changes are announced, but the grant review could impact future funding decisions.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
NCATS Grant Review on March 24
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences will hold a closed virtual meeting on March 24, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to review and evaluate grant applications. If you are a researcher seeking NCATS funding, this review may affect future funding decisions.
Applicant Confidentiality Protected
The meeting will be closed under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6) because grant applications and discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets, patentable commercial property, and personal information. This protects applicants' sensitive business and personal information from public disclosure.
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