NIH schedules secret grant review Zoom calls for fall
Published Date: 8/12/2026
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The NIH's Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings in late August and mid-September 2026 to review important grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while deciding who gets funding. Scientists applying for grants should note these dates as they impact funding decisions but don’t involve public participation or new costs.
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