More Secret Science Meetings: Grant Money Edition
Published Date: 11/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on January 8, 2026, to review grant applications about brain disorders and tumors. These meetings are private to protect secret research ideas and personal info. Scientists applying for grants should note this important review date, which helps decide who gets funding.
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Closed NIH Grant Review for Brain Research
The NIH Center for Scientific Review will hold a closed virtual meeting on January 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to review and evaluate grant applications about brain disorders and brain tumors. The meeting is closed under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6) to protect confidential trade secrets, patentable material, and personal information, and it helps decide who receives research funding.
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