NIOSH Underground Mine Evacuation Technologies and Human Factors Research
ID: 357053Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)

Award Range

$1M - $3M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357053

Additional Information

https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OH-25-183.html
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity titled "NIOSH Underground Mine Evacuation Technologies and Human Factors Research," aimed at U.S. academic institutions with graduate programs in mining and explosives engineering. This initiative seeks to support research that enhances the safety and health of mine workers by focusing on underground mine evacuation technologies and human factors related to mine emergencies, in line with the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response Act of 2006. The funding, totaling approximately $15 million over five years, will facilitate projects that develop new wireless communication devices, training systems for miner self-escape, and improved designs for refuge alternatives. Interested applicants must submit a letter of intent by January 17, 2025, with final applications due by February 24, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Maria Lioce at MLioce@cdc.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    MLioce@cdc.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFA-OH-25-183_.pdf
    The document outlines various federal and state/local Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants, focusing on funding opportunities for local governments and organizations to address community needs. It highlights areas eligible for funding, including infrastructure development, public health, education, and environmental sustainability. Key points include the application process, eligibility criteria for applicants, and deadlines for proposal submissions. The structure of the document is organized into sections corresponding to different funding sources, detailing required documentation, evaluation criteria, and reporting mandates for funded projects. Emphasis is placed on collaboration between governments and non-profit organizations, advocating for innovative solutions to local challenges. The overarching purpose is to facilitate access to financial resources that support community projects, enhancing public welfare and infrastructure through strategic partnerships. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to improving the quality of life within communities while fostering economic growth and sustainability.
    RFA-OH-25-183.html
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has announced a funding opportunity aimed at advancing research in underground mine evacuation technologies and human factors. This initiative specifically targets universities with graduate programs in mining and explosives engineering, urging them to address critical safety issues in the mining sector, which has a notably high fatality rate. The funding, totaling approximately $15 million over five years, will support research on wireless communication, miner self-escape training, and refuge alternative designs, in alignment with the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response Act of 2006. Eligible applicants must have accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in mining and explosives engineering. The application process includes submitting a letter of intent by January 17, 2025, with final applications due by February 24, 2025. Evaluation criteria focus on the significance, investigator qualifications, innovation, and methodological approach of proposed projects. This funding aims to enhance mining safety and health outcomes through collaborative partnerships and research initiatives that effectively translate findings into practical safety improvements for U.S. miners.
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