Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) Program: RERC on Rehabilitation Technologies for Children with Orthopedic Disabilities
ID: 355682Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$970K - $975K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355682

Additional Information

https://www.acl.gov/grants/applying-grants
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Apr 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Administration for Community Living is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) Program: RERC on Rehabilitation Technologies for Children with Orthopedic Disabilities." This grant aims to enhance the effectiveness of services under the Rehabilitation Act by funding advanced engineering research and the development of innovative technologies that address rehabilitation challenges for children with orthopedic disabilities. The selected grantee will conduct research and development activities over a 60-month project period, with a focus on promoting positive health outcomes and community living for the target population. The estimated funding for this opportunity is $975,000, with applications due by April 18, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Thomas Corfman at Thomas.Corfman@acl.hhs.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
Thomas.Corfman@acl.hhs.gov
Files
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Posted
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Jan 16, 2025, 12:06 PM UTC
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