NIOSH Exploratory/Developmental Grant Program (R21)

The NIOSH Exploratory/Developmental Grant Program (R21) is designed to advance the understanding of occupational diseases and injuries. The program focuses on three objectives: identifying risks and conditions linked to workplace health issues, developing strategies to reduce risks, and translating scientific discoveries into prevention measures. The program supports exploratory and developmental research projects that pursue innovative scientific concepts, new model systems, and tools or technologies with the potential to make a meaningful impact on occupational safety and health. Key aspects of the program include: • Identifying the risks and conditions linked to workplace health issues • Developing strategies to reduce risks and limit exposure to hazardous environments • Translating significant scientific discoveries into prevention measures and products • Pursuing innovative scientific concepts, new model systems, and tools or technologies Applicants will provide a clear description of the specific occupational health burden the proposal addresses, demonstrate how the proposed research activities will lead to outputs that directly contribute to alleviating this burden, and outline the expected outcomes and impacts of their research.