Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program - Health and Function
ID: 360514Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$245K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a federal grant opportunity through the Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program, focusing on health and function outcomes for individuals with disabilities. This program aims to provide advanced research training to individuals with doctorates or similar advanced degrees, enhancing their capacity to conduct high-quality multidisciplinary disability and rehabilitation research. The grant, totaling $250,000, will support one award over a 36-month project period, with applications due by April 13, 2026, and a letter of intent requested by March 17, 2026. Interested applicants can contact Courtney Ward-Sutton at Courtney.Ward-Sutton@acl.hhs.gov for further information.

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    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a funding opportunity, HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-ARHF-0201, for institutions of higher education to provide advanced disability research training. The Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program focuses on health and function, aiming to increase the capacity for high-quality disability and rehabilitation research. Grants will support training for individuals with research or clinical doctorates to conduct independent research aligned with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Key project requirements include recruiting individuals with disabilities, offering multidisciplinary didactic instruction, providing research and practicum experience, and ensuring academic mentorship. The project period is 36 months, with an estimated total funding of $250,000 for one award. Applications are due by April 13, 2026, with a letter of intent requested by March 17, 2026. Eligibility is restricted to institutions of higher education, with no cost-sharing requirement. Applications will be screened for adherence to deadlines, budget limits ($250,000 per year), and project duration (36 months). Detailed application content, submission guidelines, and review criteria (Importance of Problem, Design of Training Activities, Plan of Operation, Project Staff, Adequacy and Accessibility of Resources) are outlined, along with specific instructions for budget narratives and SAM registration. Compliance with federal regulations regarding accessibility, non-discrimination, and reporting is mandatory.
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