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Posts Tagged: grants
5 Things Feds Need to Know Right Now About Transition News
Although it’s only been a week since the inauguration, changes in federal government have been coming fast. It’s a lot to keep track of. But, it’s crucial for federal employees and people who work with the government to stay informed about new developments.
A Look at Peer-Review Panels for Grants
Ever wonder how government and foundations choose who gets funded? Take a quick look at the peer-review process.
Apply Now! $100,000 Innovations in American Government Awards
Do you have a creative and effective government program or initiative, or know of one that deserves recognition? If so, Harvard’s Innovations in American Government Awards are now seeking applications for our 2016-2017 award cycle. Administered by the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School, the Award is given to programs that serve as examples ofRead… Read more »
Next Steps in MoneyBall Government
Hope springs eternal! Two recent reports, a new book, and a newly introduced bill in Congress all contribute to a steady momentum toward evidence-based decision making. The legislation, which is bipartisan and bicameral, could have some momentum in the waning days of a lame duck Congress. It would create a commission to strengthen the useRead… Read more »
Deadline Extended for Innovations in American Government Awards!
Do you have a creative and effective government program or initiative, or know of one that deserves recognition? If so, you now have an extra week to submit an application for the Innovations in American Government Award. Administered by the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School, the Award is given to programs that serve asRead… Read more »
Last month to apply for the Innovations in American Government Award!
Do you have a creative and effective government program or initiative, or know of one that deserves recognition? If so, there is still time to submit an application for the Innovations in American Government Award. Administered by the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School, the Award is given to programs that serve as examples ofRead… Read more »
Agriculture, Energy Departments Give Universities Bioenergy Grants
The departments of Energy and Agriculture have issued $8 million in grants to support research projects aimed at producing non-edible feedstock for bioenergy generation. USDA and DOE awarded the money to seven U.S. universities as part of a joint initiative designed to spur production of biofuels and other sustainable bioproducts, USDA said Thursday. “Innovative researchRead… Read more »
Call to Industry – join GSA to discuss the future vision of the Integrated Award Environment (IAE)
The Integrated Award Environment (IAE) constitutes a critical set of information systems that serve both industry and government as a consolidated platform supporting government-wide acquisitions. These include SAM, FedBizOps, FPDS-NG and others. Over the last year, GSA has invested significant effort and resources to stabilize, secure and continuously improve the new SAM system and program.Read… Read more »
NIST Plans $7M in Additive Manufacturing R&D Grants
The National Institute of Standards and Technology will allocate $7.4 million for research initiatives to evaluate technologies used in emerging product development processes, Green Car Congress reported Thursday. Ohio-based National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute and Northern Illinois University will receive $5 million and $2.4 million, respectively, for additive manufacturing projects. NAMII, which operates under theRead… Read more »
