Deafness Institute Meets Up: Grants and Updates for Hearing Research
Published Date: 4/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders is holding a public meeting on May 14, 2026, to share updates and review grant applications. This meeting affects researchers and organizations seeking funding for projects about hearing and communication. It’s a mix of in-person and virtual sessions, with some parts open to the public and others private to protect sensitive info.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Grant Applications Will Be Reviewed
The Advisory Council will review and evaluate grant applications on May 14, 2026, with a closed session from 1:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This meeting affects researchers and organizations seeking funding for projects about hearing and communication.
Public Access and Accommodations Available
Parts of the May 14, 2026 meeting are open to the public (9:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.) and will be held in person and virtually at the Neuroscience Center, Rockville, MD. If you plan to attend and need special assistance—such as sign language interpretation—you should notify the listed contact person in advance.
Closed Session to Protect Confidential Information
The meeting will be closed from 1:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6) because grant discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets, commercial property, or personal information about applicants.
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