NIAID Gathers Virtually to Vet Disease Research Grants
Published Date: 5/12/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is holding virtual meetings on June 22, 2026, to review grant applications and share important updates. These meetings affect researchers and organizations seeking funding, with some sessions open to the public online and others closed to protect privacy. No new funding amounts are announced, but the grant review could impact future research support.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Grant Review May Affect Research Funding
Researchers and organizations that applied for NIH grants may be affected because the Council will review and evaluate grant applications on June 22, 2026 (closed session 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.). The review could influence future research support even though no new funding amounts are announced.
Open Sessions Videocast for Public
You can watch the open portions of the National Advisory Allergy and Infectious Diseases Council meeting on June 22, 2026 (open session 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.) via the NIH Videocasting and Podcasting website at http://videocast.nih.gov. Some sessions are open to the public and will be videocast.
Closed Sessions Protect Confidential Information
Portions of the June 22, 2026 meeting (closed 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.) will be closed because grant applications and discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets, patentable material, or personal information. These protections are intended to keep applicant commercial and personal information private.
Public May File Written Comments
Any interested person may submit written comments to the listed Contact Person (Kelly Y. Poe, Ph.D.) before or about the June 22, 2026 meeting; submissions should include name, address, telephone number and, if applicable, business or professional affiliation. The agenda and additional information will be posted at https://www.niaid.nih.gov/about/advisory-council when available.
Accommodations Available for Meeting Attendance
Individuals who plan to attend the meeting and need special assistance, such as sign language interpretation or other reasonable accommodations, should notify the Contact Person (Kelly Y. Poe, Ph.D.) in advance of the June 22, 2026 meeting.
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