[Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health](https://www.hhs.gov/ash/)

July 30, 2025 (Forecasted)

$150,000–$250,000 per award; approx. $500,000 total; 2 anticipated awards

Supports empirical research on factors influencing research integrity and the root causes of research misconduct.

No cost sharing or matching required; wide eligibility including individuals and institutions.

--- ## Description This opportunity, managed by the Office of Research Integrity (ORI) within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, funds empirical research projects that address societal, organizational, behavioral, group, and individual factors affecting research integrity. The program especially seeks to identify root causes of research misconduct and promote factors that drive research integrity, in line with federal regulations for the responsible conduct of research. Projects should contribute to fostering environments that promote research integrity and help prevent, detect, and respond to research misconduct. --- ## Due Dates - Forecasted application due date: **July 30, 2025** *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated total program funding:** $500,000 - **Award ceiling:** $250,000 per project - **Award floor:** $150,000 per project - **Expected number of awards:** 2 No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility A broad range of applicants are eligible, including: - Universities (public and private) - Hospitals and laboratories - Other public or private institutions - Individuals - Faith-based and community-based organizations - American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander organizations - State, county, city, and township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other tribal organizations) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) --- ## Application Process - Applications will be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360056). - Review the opportunity details and follow instructions for submission. - Contact the program officer for guidance or clarification as needed. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should align with the ORI mission to promote research integrity and prevent misconduct. - The program supports research that informs education, outreach, and institutional practices related to responsible conduct of research. - Estimated project start date: September 30, 2025 --- ## External Links - [Full opportunity details on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360056) - [Office of Research Integrity](https://ori.hhs.gov/) - [Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health](https://www.hhs.gov/ash/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Office | |---------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------| | Armineh Ghazarian | [Armineh.Ghazarian@hhs.gov](mailto:Armineh.Ghazarian@hhs.gov) | 240-453-8822 | Office of Research Integrity |

Ensuring Research Integrity - Research on Research Integrity (RRI)

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