Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program
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Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program: The purpose of the BRAG program, Assistance Listing 10.219, is to support the generation of new information that will assist Federal regulatory agencies in making science-based decisions about the ecological effects of introducing genetically engineered (GE) organisms by techniques that use recombinant, synthesized, or amplified nucleic acids to modify or create a genome. The organisms include plants, microorganisms (including fungi, bacteria, and viruses), arthropods, fish, birds, livestock, and other animals. These include related wild and agricultural organisms.
| Federal Grant Title: | Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program |
| Federal Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA) |
| Grant Categories: | Agriculture |
| Type of Opportunity: | Mandatory |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-BRAP-011857 |
| Type of Funding: | Grant |
| CFDA Numbers: | 10.219 |
| CFDA Descriptions: | Information not provided |
| Current Application Deadline: | July 13th, 2026 |
| Original Application Deadline: | July 13th, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | June 18th, 2026 |
| Creation Date: | June 18th, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | August 12th, 2026 |
| Total Program Funding: | $5,000,000 |
| Maximum Federal Grant Award: | $650,000 |
| Minimum Federal Grant Award: | $25,000 |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Cost Sharing or Matching: | No |
| Last Updated: | June 18th, 2026 |
- Applicants Eligible for this Grant
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification.)
- Additional Information on Eligibility
- Eligibility Requirements Applications will only be accepted from public or private research or educational institutions or organizations.
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- Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program
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