More NIH Closed Meetings Set for Research Grant Application Reviews
Published Date: 3/25/2026
Notice
Summary
The Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings in April 2026 to review and evaluate important grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while deciding who gets research funding. Scientists and researchers applying for grants should note the dates and prepare for decisions that could impact their projects and funding.
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NIH Closed Grant Review Meetings
The NIH Center for Scientific Review will hold multiple closed virtual meetings on April 20, 2026 and April 21–22, 2026 to review and evaluate grant applications. The meetings are closed under sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., to protect confidential trade secrets and personal information. Scientists and researchers applying for NIH grants should note these dates because funding decisions for submitted applications will be reviewed on those days.
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