NIH's Hidden Grant Decisions: Another Round of Secret Science Meetings
Published Date: 12/5/2025
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Summary
The Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on January 27, 2026, to review special brain research grant applications. These meetings are private to protect secret ideas and personal info of applicants. Scientists applying for these grants and the research community should note this important review date, but no new costs or changes affect the public.
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