Health Disparities Meeting: Half Secret, Half Snooze
Published Date: 3/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities is holding a hybrid meeting on May 6, 2025, open to the public for most of the day but closing later to review grant applications. This meeting affects researchers and organizations applying for funding, with some discussions kept private to protect personal and business info. You can join online or in person, and there’s a chance to send in your comments beforehand!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Grant Reviews Held Privately
If you apply for a grant, the National Advisory Council will review grant applications in a closed session on May 6, 2025 from 4:05 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The closed review is to protect confidential trade secrets, patentable material, and personal information tied to applications.
Open Session Videocast Available
You can watch the meeting open session by videocast at the NIH Videocast link on May 6, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In-person attendance is allowed but limited to space available.
On‑Campus Security and ID Rules
If you plan to attend in person at NIH, you must follow NIH campus security rules: show one form of identification (for example, government photo ID, driver's license, or passport) and expect visitor vehicle inspections before entry.
Public May Submit Written Comments
Any interested person may file written comments with the committee by sending a statement to the listed Contact Person; the statement should include name, address, telephone number, and, if applicable, business or professional affiliation.
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