NIH's Secret Grant Review Meetings Set for July—Eyes Only
Published Date: 6/12/2025
Notice
Summary
The Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings in July 2025 to review and evaluate important grant and contract proposals. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while deciding who gets funding for exciting health research. Scientists and organizations applying for grants should note these dates as they impact funding decisions but don’t involve public participation or new costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Closed NIH Grant Review Meetings
If you are a scientist or organization applying for NIH grants, note that the Center for Scientific Review will hold closed virtual meetings on July 7 and July 9–11, 2025 to review and evaluate grant and contract proposals. These meetings will decide funding outcomes, do not involve public participation, and are virtual.
Small Business Grant Panels Scheduled
If you are a small business applying for NIH small business grants, panels titled 'Small Business: Social and Community Influences Across the Lifecourse' (July 10–11, 2025) and 'Small Business: Instrumentation, Environmental, and Occupational Safety' (July 11, 2025) will meet virtually to review and evaluate your applications. These panels are closed to the public and will influence award decisions.
Applicant Confidentiality Protected
The meetings will be closed under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6) to protect confidential trade secrets, commercial property (such as patentable material), and personal information of individuals associated with grant applications. This protects applicants' sensitive information during the July 2025 reviews.
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