NIH's Science Bridge Meeting: Translating Boredom into Bulletins
Published Date: 3/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences is holding a public meeting on April 17, 2025, to review grant applications and share updates. Scientists and organizations applying for grants will be affected, with some discussions kept private to protect sensitive info. You can watch the open session online and send your comments within 15 days after the meeting.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Grant Applications Will Be Reviewed
Scientists and organizations that submitted grant applications will have their applications reviewed and evaluated on April 17, 2025. The meeting agenda lists "To review and evaluate grant applications," so applicants should note that their submissions will be considered on that date.
Closed Sessions Protect Confidential Info
Part of the April 17, 2025 meeting (11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) will be closed to protect confidential trade secrets, commercial property (such as patentable material), and personal information about individuals associated with grant applications. Applicants' sensitive technical or personal information may be discussed only in that closed session.
Public Can Watch and Submit Comments
The meeting's Open Session on April 17, 2025 (1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.) may be accessed by the public via the NIH Videocast at https://videocast.nih.gov, and any interested person may file written comments by sending a statement to the contact person no later than 15 days after the meeting. Comments must include name, address, telephone number, and business or professional affiliation when applicable.
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