The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL is announcing funding opportunities for one new Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) and one new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) project.
Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program
The purpose of the DRRP program is to plan and conduct research, demonstration projects, training, and related activities (including international activities) to develop methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology that maximize the full inclusion and integration into society, employment, independent living, family support, and economic and social self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities.
DRRP on Projects for Translating the Findings and Products of Disability and Rehabilitation Research and Development into Practice: Applicants must promote the use or adoption of findings or products from NIDILRR-sponsored research or development projects.
Please visit the link above for more details about these grant opportunities and application process. This grant opportunity closes on May 6, 2019.
Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers
The purpose of the RRTC program, which are funded through the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program, is to achieve the goals of, and improve the effectiveness of, services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act through well-designed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities in important topic areas as specified by NIDILRR. These activities are designed to benefit rehabilitation service providers, individuals with disabilities, family members, and other stakeholders.
RRTC on Health and Function of People with Physical Disabilities: The purpose of this particular RRTC is to conduct research, training, technical assistance, and related activities to contribute to improved health and function of people with physical disabilities.
Please visit the link above for more details about the grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on May 10, 2019.
To stay current on NIDILRR grant opportunities, please visit www.grants.gov and search: NIDILRR or 93.433.
Within ACL, NIDILRR works to generate new knowledge and promote its effective use to improve the abilities of individuals with disabilities to perform activities of their choice in the community; and to expand society's capacity to provide full opportunities and accommodations for people with disabilities. NIDILRR conducts its work through grants that support research and development.