Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program

Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture

10.219 -- Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research

Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026

Description

The purpose of the BRAG program is to support the generation of new information that will assist Federal regulatory agencies in making science-based decisions about the effects of introducing into the environment genetically engineered organisms (GE), including plants, microorganisms — such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses — arthropods, fish, birds, mammals and other animals excluding humans. Investigations of effects on both managed and natural environments are relevant. The BRAG program accomplishes its purpose by providing federal regulatory agencies with scientific information relevant to regulatory issues. See the Request for Applications (RFA) for details. View the Centers of Excellence (COE) webpage to access a factsheet on the COE designation process, including COE criteria, and a list of programs offering COE opportunities.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

Other

Additional information

A. Eligibility Requirements Applicants for the BRAG are limited to public or private research or educational institutions or organizations and must meet all the requirements discussed in this RFA. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or, preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. Duplicate or Multiple Submission – duplicate or multiple submission is not allowed. NIFA will disqualify both applications if an applicant submits duplicate or multiple submissions. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process.

Grantor contact information

Description

NIFA Support Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays

Email

If you have any questions related to preparing application content.

Policy@usda.gov

Documents

File name	Description	Last updated
FY21-BRAG-RFA.pdf	FY2021-Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program RFA	Dec 11, 2020 12:57 PM UTC

Link to additional information

Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research Grants Program

Archived: March 26, 2021

Application process

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Award

$4,500,000

Program Funding

Expected awards

$25,000

Award Minimum

$500,000

Award Maximum

Funding opportunity number:

USDA-NIFA-BRAP-008032

Cost sharing or matching requirement:

Funding instrument type:

Grant

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

Opportunity Category Explanation:

Category of Funding Activity:

Agriculture

Category Explanation:

History

Version:

Posted date:

December 11, 2020

Archive date:

March 26, 2021