Secret Science Society Holds Mysterious Closed-Door Grant Meetings
Published Date: 11/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on December 18, 2025, to review important grant applications related to heart and lung research. These meetings are private to protect secret ideas and personal info. Scientists and researchers applying for grants should note this review as it impacts funding decisions.
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NIH grant review for heart and lung research
If you applied for NIH grants in cardiovascular and respiratory sciences, your applications will be reviewed at a closed virtual meeting on December 18, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The meeting is closed to protect confidential trade secrets and personal information and the review may affect funding decisions.
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