Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2017 ACL NIDILRR SFGE 0193
The Switzer Research Fellowships Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), specifically its National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). The program is designed to strengthen long-term research capacity in the disability and rehabilitation field by funding highly qualified individual fellows, including applicants who are people with disabilities, to carry out original research focused on the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities. In practical terms, it is meant to help talented researchers build a strong track record and generate evidence, tools, or approaches that can improve outcomes for people with disabilities.
The research itself must fall within the scope authorized by Section 204 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended). That section supports research, demonstration projects, training, and related activities aimed at developing and improving methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology. The overall goal is to maximize full inclusion and integration into society across key life areas such as employment, independent living, community participation, family support, and broader economic and social self-sufficiency. A clear emphasis is placed on benefits for individuals with the most significant disabilities and on improving the effectiveness of services funded or authorized under the Rehabilitation Act.
Applicants are encouraged to align their proposals with NIDILRRs Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Years 2013 to 2017, which organizes priority outcomes into three main domains: community living and participation, health and function, and employment. While the fellowship supports a wide range of rehabilitation research topics, this plan serves as a framework for what the agency considers high-impact work, and applicants are expected to use it as a reference point when shaping research questions, outcomes, and potential contributions to the field.
From an administrative and submission standpoint, applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov using the Apply function. The process involves downloading the application package, completing it offline, and then uploading it back to Grants.gov for submission; emailing an application is not allowed. To find the correct package, applicants must search by the CFDA number 93.433. For the specific competition details provided, the opportunity was posted under Funding Opportunity Number HHS 2017 ACL NIDILRR SFGE 0193, with an original closing date of January 30, 2017, and an electronic submission deadline of 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
The funding details listed indicate an award ceiling of $80,000, with an expected six awards. Eligibility is primarily for individuals (rather than institutions), although the listing also notes "Others" with further clarification referenced in the full announcement. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is science and technology and other research and development, which signals that the program is meant to support research-intensive work that produces new knowledge or innovations relevant to disability rehabilitation and related services.Apply for HHS 2017 ACL NIDILRR SFGE 0193
- The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Switzer Research Fellowships Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.433.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 30, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 30, 2017 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 1159 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $80,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 6 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Switzer Research Fellowships Program (CFDA 93.433) - FAQs
What is the Switzer Research Fellowships Program?
The Switzer Research Fellowships Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity that funds highly qualified individual fellows to carry out original research in the disability and rehabilitation field, with a focus on improving rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Which federal agency runs this fellowship program?
The program is run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), specifically the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
What is the main purpose of the fellowship funding?
The purpose is to strengthen long-term research capacity in disability and rehabilitation by supporting individual researchers as they build a strong research track record and generate evidence, tools, or approaches that can improve outcomes for people with disabilities.
Who is this funding intended to support?
The opportunity is intended to support highly qualified individual fellows, including applicants who are people with disabilities, to conduct original rehabilitation research.
Is this opportunity meant for individuals or institutions?
Eligibility is described as primarily for individuals rather than institutions. The listing also notes "Others," with additional clarification referenced in the full announcement.
What kind of research is eligible under this fellowship?
Research must focus on the rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities and must fall within the scope authorized by Section 204 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended).
What does Section 204 of the Rehabilitation Act cover in this context?
Section 204 supports research, demonstration projects, training, and related activities aimed at developing and improving methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology, with the overall goal of maximizing full inclusion and integration into society.
What outcomes or impact areas does the program emphasize?
The program emphasizes work that supports full inclusion and integration into society across key areas such as employment, independent living, community participation, family support, and broader economic and social self-sufficiency.
Does the program prioritize any particular disability populations?
Yes. A clear emphasis is placed on benefits for individuals with the most significant disabilities.
How should applicants align their proposal with NIDILRR priorities?
Applicants are encouraged to align proposals with NIDILRR's Long-Range Plan for Fiscal Years 2013 to 2017, using it as a reference point when shaping research questions, outcomes, and expected contributions to the field.
What are the main domains in NIDILRR's Long-Range Plan (FY 2013-2017)?
The plan organizes priority outcomes into three domains: community living and participation, health and function, and employment.
Is alignment with the Long-Range Plan required or just recommended?
Applicants are encouraged to align their proposals with the Long-Range Plan, and the plan is presented as a framework for high-impact work that applicants are expected to use as a reference point.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is science and technology and other research and development, indicating the fellowship supports research-intensive work intended to produce new knowledge or innovations relevant to disability rehabilitation and related services.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling listed is $80,000.
How many awards were expected for the competition described?
The opportunity listed an expectation of six awards.
How do applicants submit an application?
Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov using the Apply function. Applicants download the application package, complete it offline, and then upload it back to Grants.gov for submission.
Can an application be submitted by email?
No. Email submission is not allowed; applications must be submitted through Grants.gov.
How do applicants find the correct application package on Grants.gov?
Applicants must search using the CFDA number 93.433 to locate the correct package.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number provided is 93.433.
What was the Funding Opportunity Number for the specific competition described?
The opportunity was posted under Funding Opportunity Number HHS 2017 ACL NIDILRR SFGE 0193.
What was the original closing date for the competition described?
The original closing date listed was January 30, 2017.
What time was the electronic submission deadline on the due date?
The electronic submission deadline was 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
What is the overall goal of the research supported by this program?
The overall goal is to develop evidence and innovations that improve rehabilitation methods, procedures, and technology, and to improve the effectiveness of services funded or authorized under the Rehabilitation Act.
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