BJA FY24 Competitive DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program
ID: 353231Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-OJP-BJA)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Public and State Controlled 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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353231

Additional Information

https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172061
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is offering the FY24 Competitive DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program, aimed at providing funding to enhance the capabilities of crime laboratories in processing DNA samples. This grant opportunity is designed for public and state-controlled institutions of higher education that operate existing crime laboratories, with the objective of maximizing the effective utilization of DNA technology to solve crimes and improve public safety through the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). The program underscores the importance of advancing civil rights, increasing access to justice, and strengthening community safety. Interested applicants can apply for grants ranging from $0 to $1,000,000, with an expected ten awards to be made, and the application deadline is set for May 22, 2024. For further information, applicants can contact the OJP Response Center at grants@ncjrs.gov or visit the additional information link at https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172061.

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