Biotechnology Risk Assessment Grants Program
Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture
- 10.219 -- Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The purpose of the Biotechnology Risk Assessment Grants (BRAG) program is to support the generation of new information that will assist Federal regulatory agencies make science-based decisions about the effects of introducing genetically engineered organisms (GE) into the environment. These organisms include: plants, microorganisms (including fungi, bacteria, and viruses), insects, fish, birds, mammals, and other animals excluding humans. Investigations on the effects of 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.
Eligibility
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Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| 20_Biotechnol_18-modified-2.pdf | Biotechnology Risk Assessment Grant | Feb 24, 2020 10:48 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Archived: April 17, 2020
Award
$4,500,000
Program Funding
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Expected awards
$25,000
Award Minimum
$500,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
USDA-NIFA-BRAP-007072
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Agriculture
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
4
Posted date:
January 23, 2020
Archive date:
April 17, 2020
