Occupational Safety and Health Research (R01)
This grant funds research to understand, prevent, and reduce workplace diseases and injuries by developing and translating practical safety solutions.
Funder: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected — February 5, 2027 for New applications; standard due dates apply for future cycles)
Funding Amounts: Up to $680,000 per award; approximately $12.5 million total program funding; expected 7 awards; typical duration up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports research to understand, prevent, and reduce occupational diseases and injuries through scientific investigation and practical prevention strategies.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and requirements may be updated when the official announcement is released.
Description
This program supports research projects that advance the understanding of risks and conditions associated with occupational diseases and injuries. It aims to identify and evaluate methods to reduce risks, prevent or minimize exposure to hazardous workplace conditions, and translate scientific findings into practical prevention strategies, interventions, and products. Funded projects should address significant occupational health problems and demonstrate a clear pathway from research activities to impactful outcomes in workplace safety and health. The grant mechanism is the NIH/CDC R01, designed for discrete, investigator-initiated research projects aligned with the mission of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
