NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Emerging Technology Implementation and Impact for Law Enforcement Purposes
Funds research on how emerging technologies are implemented and impact law enforcement, including policies, training, communication, public safety, and budgets, with a two-stage application process.
Funder: National Institute of Justice
Due Dates: June 15, 2026: Application submission deadline (Grants.gov closing date) — applicants must submit by 11:59 PM Eastern; the NOFO’s initial submission (concept paper) deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000,000 total program funding; individual awards up to $3,000,000; up to 4 awards expected.
Summary: Supports research and evaluation of the implementation and impact of emerging technologies for law enforcement, including operational, policy, and public safety outcomes.
Key Information: Two-stage application: submit concept paper first; full proposals by invitation only.
Description
This opportunity from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) funds research and evaluation projects focused on the implementation and impact of emerging technologies for law enforcement purposes. The program seeks to address topics such as policies, training, operational and staffing issues, communication strategies, and the effects of technology adoption on public safety and agency budgets. NIJ encourages collaboration between researchers and practitioners, particularly leveraging or building on existing partnerships, to inform best practices in technology implementation for policing.
