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Find Funded Projects and More Using NIH Databases

Staying at the cutting edge involves more than just keeping up with the journals and attending scientific conferences. You can leverage NIH databases to learn about emerging research in your field, find potential collaborators for future projects, identify promising research areas, and much more.

Use the tips and links on this page to explore these free NIH databases:

• Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools (RePORT) —find historic and current data on all NIH-supported grants, contracts, and award recipients.
• ClinicalTrials.gov —search for summaries and details of NIH-funded clinical trials.
• More Data Sources —check PubMed, eRA Commons, and more.

Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools (RePORT)

NIH’s  Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools (RePORT)  displays interactive charts, reports, and tables of historic and current data on grants, contracts, and award recipients.

RePORT has the following five major sections:

1. RePORT Expenditures and Results (RePORTER)

RePORT Expenditures and Results (RePORTER) to customize queries on funded projects, investigators, publications, and patents. This can be a great way to get a snapshot of research areas in your field and look for potential collaborators or competitors. You may spot research areas that are underrepresented or highly supported.

Try the Quick Search field or Advanced Project Search . Your search results include tabs to check Publications and more.   

Export and share your search results, save MyRePORTER queries, or download raw data through ExPORTER . Advanced users can retrieve data for analysis and/or reuse in other applications through the RePORTER Application Programming Interface (API) .

2. Matchmaker

Matchmaker  allows you to enter scientific text (e.g., an abstract) and find similar projects or NIH program officers:

• The Similar Projects option helps you find potential collaborators or determine which NIH institute and study section your application could target. (Note that Special Emphasis Panel labels start with a “Z”. You cannot request assignment to a SEP.)
• The Similar Program Officials option lists relevant NIH institutes and program officers.

3. Awards by Location and Organization

Check RePORT’s NIH Awards by Location and Organization  for year-by-year NIH funding by institution, state, congressional district, principal investigator, funding mechanism, and more. Similar to the options above, you can use this to find collaborators and evaluate support for your area of science.

4. Categorical Spending (RCDC)

The Categorical Spending option on the RePORT main page brings you to the Estimates of Funding for Various Research, Condition, and Disease Categories (RCDC)  section.

RCDC shows you the annual support level for each category of research. NIH determines the category for each project based on application text. RCDC includes historic data since fiscal year (FY) 2008 and projections for the current FY.

5. NIH Data Book

The NIH Data Book section of RePORT offers interactive charts and reports on extramural grants and contracts, awardee organizations, and the national biomedical workforce. Most reports include controls to fine tune the details and dates displayed. You can also use the Data, Export, and View More options.

Learn more about RePORT in the  Frequently Asked Questions . Direct your feedback, corrections, or questions to RePORT General Inquiries .

ClinicalTrials.gov

Search public information about NIH-funded clinical trials at ClinicalTrials.gov . Use it to find other researchers’ projects, uncover new developments in clinical research, and find potential collaborators. 

Note: NIH is currently working on Modernization of ClinicalTrials.gov. Check out the Beta Test Website and Share Your Feedback .  

The main  ClinicalTrials.gov  page offers a basic keyword search form. As a working example, here are  Search Results for Clinical Trials Related to COVID-19 .

Create detailed queries through the Find Studies  section’s Advanced Search , categorized Studies by Topic , or regional Studies on Map . Learn How to Search .

Subscribe to Search Results  or use the Download button. Also consider the advanced techniques at  Downloading Content for Analysis  and the  ClinicalTrials.gov API .

Check  ClinicalTrials.gov Questions and Answers  for more detail or Write to the Help Desk .

More Data Sources

Find many more Electronic Databases and Directories at NIH and beyond. For example:

• Learn about scientific findings in your field through PubMed.gov . Use the Advanced Search for more than 35 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books.  
• If you have an eRA Commons account, try LikeThis , a thesaurus-based search tool to find funded projects and publications.
• The NIH Intramural Database indexes scientific projects in NIH’s own laboratories and clinics. Find NIH researchers in your area of science and learn how Collaborations Between Extramural and NIAID Scientists work.

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The National Institutes of Health is the largest public funder of biomedical research in the world. In fiscal year 2022, NIH invested most of its $45 billion appropriations in research seeking to enhance life, and to reduce illness and disability. NIH-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new treatments helping people live longer, healthier lives, and building the research foundation that drives discovery.

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Tips and Tools for Finding and Applying for Research Grants

In this article, we recommend several tools for finding and applying for grants, and we list the top funding databases, both free and subscription-based. There are several services you can employ to ensure your application is strong to increase your chances of securing funding.

Updated on September 22, 2021

For many researchers, the prospect of finding and applying for grant funding can seem daunting. The grant review process is rigorous and time consuming, and funding opportunities are not only limited but highly competitive. Thus, knowing where to find available sources of funding is an essential starting point in the process. In this article, we recommend several tools for finding and applying for grants, and we list the top funding databases, both free and subscription-based. Additionally, there are several services you can employ to ensure your application is strong, which may increase your likelihood of securing funding.

Tips for finding and applying for grants

1. Consider the large, well-known sources of funding. Large, well-known funding agencies, such as the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health, can be good starting points in your search for grant funding opportunities. These funding sources are usually free to access and provide an abundance of information about submitting an application. Please see our lists of both free and subscription-based databases below.

2. Reach out to senior researchers and your institution's grant office. Experienced researchers with a strong track record of receiving funding may be able to recommend funding sources and may have examples of successfully funded grant proposals that they are willing to share with you (4). Additionally, your institution likely has a grant office that can point you toward grant opportunities and advise you on every step of the grant application process (4).

3. Cast a wide net. By widening your funding net, you are more likely to ensure financial security for your research. Money lost due to budget cuts can be replaced with smaller awards from a variety of smaller and/or lesser known sources (3) beyond large/government grants.

4. Be in the know. Following news from organizations in your field and regularly searching for novel funding sources will keep you apprised of any otherwise unknown funding opportunities (3).

5. Network with colleagues. Your colleagues may be aware of funding opportunities or may have received grants that you are not aware of. Asking around your network is particularly helpful if your team is multidisciplinary, having diverse experience and points of view (3).

6. Know the funding agency's requirements. Learn as much as possible about the funding agencies and their grant review processes in order to write your proposal according to the organization's specific requirements. Additionally, do not name specific grant reviewers in your cover letter, as this could be construed as a potential conflict of interest (2).

7. Ask questions early. There are typically personnel at grant agencies who can answer questions about the entire grant application process, from initial submission to receiving an award. Taking advantage of this resource can provide you with additional information that may not be available on the grant application or website (4).

8. Consider adding experienced co-investigators. If you are an early-career researcher with limited experience, some grant reviewers may immediately discount your application for that very reason due to the number of applications they receive. By adding co-investigators with long-term experience in your field, you may increase the likelihood of being awarded a grant (2).

9. Demonstrate your expertise and research plan. Clearly and concisely show reviewers that you and your team have the appropriate knowledge and background to conduct the research. Also show that you will work within the stated timeframe and budget. The difference between failure and success is the significance and feasibility of the proposed research, according to anesthesiologist and clinical researcher Peter Nagele (2).

10. Consider employing a grant support service. You can improve the language, conciseness, grammar, and clarity of your proposal with the help of a grant support service . With these services, experienced, professional researchers will help you to strengthen, edit and polish your grant proposal.

Tools for finding grants

Free-access funding databases.

Grants.gov provides a list of all discretionary funding opportunities from 26 US government agencies. Access is free, and the database of available grants is comprehensive with customizable search options. The grants offered by these government agencies cover a broad range of research fields. Eligibility for international applications varies from agency to agency.

National Science Foundation (NSF)

NSF is an independent federal agency that funds approximately 20% of all federally-supported research conducted at American colleges and universities. The current percentage of approval is approximately 28% (1). The NSF specifies that they rarely fund foreign organizations but that they do consider collaborative research between foreign and domestic institutions.

CRDF Global

Formerly known as Newton's List, CRDF Global funds research in civilian-oriented science, entrepreneurship, and the natural and social sciences. According to their site, CRDF Global facilitates international science cooperation by providing a forum for grant seekers and funders. This site is useful for individuals searching for funding opportunities internationally and for organizations marketing grants to an international audience.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Office of Extramural Research

The NIH is the largest funding source for biomedical research worldwide. The database includes a wide range of search options. However, due to limited budgets, funding opportunities with this agency are extremely competitive, with a funding success rate of 18% over the past five years (2).

Spencer Foundation

The Spencer Foundation offers funding opportunities for researchers in the education field. According to their website, the Spencer Foundation provides funding for education-focused research projects, research training fellowships, and additional field-building initiatives. The list of grants is freely accessible on the site, and each funding opportunity provides comprehensive information about the grant and how to apply.

Subscription/fee-based funding databases

Terra Viva Grant Directory

The Terra Viva Grant Directory lists grants for researchers in the agriculture, energy, environment, and natural resource fields. It is free to subscribe to the site; however, unlimited access to the grants database starts at $12/year.

Candid, formerly Guidestar and the Foundation Center, is an international network that connects philanthropists and grant providers with grant seekers. The Foundation Directory by Candid mostly lists funding opportunities for small businesses and nonprofits but also offers grants for scientists and researchers. The subscription pricing includes biennial, annual and monthly options, ranging from $119/month to $200/month.

Sponsored Programs Information Network (SPIN)

SPIN is a widely-used international funding database with over 10,000 funding organizations (1) and database features that make searching for specific grant opportunities easier. An institutional subscription is required to gain access.

Pivot, formerly known as Community of Science, is one of the largest, most comprehensive databases of available funding, which includes over 700 member institutions. Many universities provide institutional access for students and faculty. Check with your institution to see if you are eligible for access.

Grant Resource Center (GRC)

Operated by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), the Grant Resource Center includes a database that is customized for small institutions. According to their site, a subscription to GRC provides access to a comprehensive suite of tools, services, and expertise, which can increase success in securing funding from federal and private grants. Additionally, GRC database search results highlight viable funding sources because the database excludes region-specific solicitations, those with fewer than three awards per year, and those for which higher education institutions are not eligible to apply or partner. Contact GRC for membership information.

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As a researcher, securing funding for your research projects is one of the most challenging aspects of your work. While numerous funding opportunities are available, finding the right one that aligns with your research interests and objectives can be daunting. This comprehensive guide will explore how to find research funding and provide tips on increasing your chances of securing funding for your research projects.

Research funding is essential for the success of any research project. It enables researchers to conduct research and significantly contribute to their fields. However, finding funding opportunities can be challenging, and the process can be overwhelming, particularly for early-career researchers.

This article provides comprehensive information on how to find research funding, including types of funding opportunities, where to find funding opportunities, and tips for writing a successful grant proposal.

Identify Your Research Interests and Objectives

Before you start searching for funding opportunities , it’s crucial to identify your research interests and objectives. This will help you to find funding opportunities that align with your research and increase your chances of securing funding.

Start by considering the following questions:

• What is the research question or problem you want to address?
• What are your research objectives?
• What is the potential impact of your research?
• What are the key methods you will use to conduct your research?

By answering these questions, you can create a clear picture of your research project, which will help you to find funding opportunities that match your research interests and objectives.

Types of Funding Opportunities

There are several types of funding opportunities available for researchers. Some of the most common types include:

Government Funding

Federal, state, and local government agencies offer funding opportunities for researchers. These agencies support research in various fields, such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), social sciences, and humanities.

Non-Profit Funding

Non-profit organizations also offer funding opportunities for research. These organizations support research in various areas, including health, education, and the environment.

Corporate Funding

Corporations may also offer funding opportunities for research. These opportunities may be through research grants or partnerships with academic institutions.

Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding is another option for researchers to secure funding for their projects. Crowdfunding platforms enable researchers to raise funds by soliciting donations from individuals or organizations.

Finding Funding Opportunities

Once you have identified your research interests and objectives and the type of funding you need, you can start looking for funding opportunities. Here are some ways to find funding opportunities:

Grant Databases

Grant databases are online platforms that aggregate information on funding opportunities for researchers. GrantForward , Pivot , and the Foundation Directory Online are examples of grant databases.

Professional Organizations

Professional organizations in your field may offer funding opportunities for researchers. These organizations may also provide information on upcoming funding opportunities and resources for writing successful grant proposals.

Research Networks

Research networks are groups of researchers who collaborate on research projects. These networks may offer funding opportunities for their members or provide information on funding opportunities that may interest their members.

Networking is a crucial aspect of finding funding opportunities. Attend conferences, seminars, and other events to meet potential funders, collaborators, and researchers. These events allow for establishing connections and learning about upcoming funding opportunities.

Tips for Writing a Successful Grant Proposal

Once you have identified a funding opportunity that aligns with your research interests and objectives, writing a successful grant proposal is next. Here are some tips for writing a successful grant proposal:

Understand the Funder’s Objectives

Read the funding announcement carefully and understand the funder’s objectives. Tailor your proposal to align with the funder’s goals.

Develop a Clear Research Plan

Develop a clear research plan that outlines the problem you aim to address, your research objectives, and the methods you will use to conduct your research.

Demonstrate the Potential Impact of Your Research

Demonstrate the potential impact of your research. Show how your research will contribute to your field and benefit society.

Highlight Your Qualifications and Experience

Highlight your qualifications and experience. Show why you are the right person to conduct the research and why your team is best suited for the project.

Review and Edit Your Proposal

Review and edit your proposal thoroughly. Check for grammatical errors, clarity, and coherence. Get feedback from colleagues, mentors, or experts in your field.

Securing funding for your research project can be a challenging process. Still, finding funding opportunities that align with your research interests and objectives is possible with the right approach. Identify your research interests and goals, explore different types of funding opportunities, and use the tips provided to write a successful grant proposal.

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Because most private foundations make grants only to nonprofit organizations, individuals seeking grants must follow a different funding path than public charities. You need to be both creative and flexible in your approach to seeking funding.

If you are affiliated with a college or university, contact your department office. Some colleges and universities have an office for sponsored programs, which coordinates grant requests and helps researchers with finding grant opportunities.

Also ask your peers and colleagues about funding sources. Please note that many national organizations may have local chapters that may run their own funding programs. National chapters might not know what their local chapters are offering, so it is up to you to check at each level.

Another approach is to find a nonprofit with a similar interest that will act as your fiscal sponsor. In this arrangement, you might qualify for more funding opportunities. Click here to learn learn more about fiscal sponsorship.

Some grantmakers offer support for individual projects. Candid offers the following resources that can help researchers find grants:

Foundation Directory is our searchable database of grantmakers. Perform an advanced search by Transaction Type: Grants to Individuals, in addition to search terms for Subject Area and Geographic Focus. For more detailed search help, please see our article, Find your next scholarship, fellowship, or grant on Foundation Directory Professional. 

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Funding for Research — Why, Types of Funding, When, and How?

Learn why you need funding for research, what types are available, where to look for them, and how to apply.

It is feasible to publish papers without the use of outside funding; if you are running observational research or experimental research with a small sample size, you probably can conduct it without the use of outside funding and result in meaningful papers such as case reports, case series, observational studies, or small experimental studies.

If you are undertaking multi-centric research, randomized controlled trials, field experiments, or observational research with large sample numbers, it may be hard to complete the study within the department or institution’s resources, necessitating external funding. 

A significant research endeavor needs a workforce and materials, as well as funding to meet these needs. Continue reading to learn why you should apply for funding for research , what types are available, where you can get it, and most crucially, how to apply.

What is funding for research and how does it work?

A grant gained for undertaking scientific research, usually through a competitive process, is defined as research funds. Applying for grants and obtaining research funds is an important element of performing research. 

The first thing you should know is that the majority of research financing comes from two primary sources: businesses (a pharmaceutical business, for instance) and the government (e.g., from the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and so on). 

Based on the most recent American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) information, businesses contributed more than 3 times as much as the government to R&D – Research & Development, in 2019 ($463,745 million vs. $138,880 million).

Charitable foundations (e.g., the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, etc.) subsidize a lesser portion of scientific research, particularly in the development of treatments for diseases such as cancer, malaria, and AIDS. In 2019, charitable foundations were responsible for $26,662 million of funding for research .

So, how exactly does funding work?

Funds assist qualifying researchers with money, equipment, or both to conduct approved research or trials. The grantee is in charge of carrying out activities, reporting progress, and preparing results for publishing. The granting organization supervises the use of funds it disburses, although it usually has little participation in the activity itself.

What are the four types of research funding?

When it comes to funding varieties, there are two categories to consider: commercial and non-commercial funding. Non-commercial fundings are those that seek only acknowledgement, such as charities, government departments, academies, institutes (e.g., National Institute of Health), and commercial fundings are those that will benefit from the research, such as pharmaceutical companies that want to demonstrate the benefits of a certain drug or understand market gaps. 

There are four major types of grant financing within these two categories, as outlined below:

• Competitive funding: Competitive funding, often known as discretionary funding, is a method of selecting proposals based on the judgment of a reviewer or team of reviewers. Funding is granted based on the merits of the application, and grantees are not chosen at random. 
• Continuation funding: Continuation funding grant schemes allow current grant winners to continue their funds for the next year. Some programs are exclusively open to current grantees, while others accept applications from both current grantees and new candidates. 
• Formula funding: Formula grants, as opposed to competitive funding, are distributed to pre-determined grantees. Non-competitive grants are often distributed to qualified entities based on population and/or other census factors, and any candidates who fulfill the application process’s minimal standards are eligible to receive funds.
• Pass-through funding: Federal funds are distributed to states for distribution to local governments through pass-through grants. Under this funding scheme, states may distribute federal funds to eligible local governments through formula allocations or open competitions.

How to get funding for research ?

Managing the grant application procedure is surely intimidating for individuals joining the scientific community, especially when there are so many government agencies, businesses and charities, each with its own financing schemes and deadlines. Finding appropriate funds to apply for may be a challenge as a whole.

The most essential characteristic is a strong interest in the subject, a thorough comprehension of the subject, and the capacity to recognize knowledge gaps. 

The second characteristic is to decide if your research can be completed with internal resources or requires external funding. The following step is to discover funding opportunities that can provide funds for your subject, prepare a research grant proposal, and submit it on time. 

Although each funding opportunity will have its own (typically extremely precise) standards, there are some aspects of a research grant proposal that are generally conventional, and they frequently appear in the sequence listed below:

• Introduction to your research (problem statement, research objective or goals, and importance of research)
• Literature review
• Narrative of your project (methods, techniques, goals, outputs or outcomes, evaluation, and dissemination)
• Personnel (explain the staffing requirements in detail and ensure that it’s appropriate)
• Required budget and its justification

Check out how to format a research paper step by step to satisfy these requirements. There are some helpful tips for your title page, abstract, introduction, literature review, and project narrative that can help you produce your research grant proposal properly.

Where to search for funding

We’ve compiled a list of the greatest websites for finding financing alternatives.

Grants.gov allows researchers to search for grant possibilities from the most prominent R&D federal funding organizations in the United States. Free-to-use.

You’ve probably heard of the National Institute of Health if you work in biomedical research. You may search their website for any of their grants. They give funds to early scientific scientists and new investigators. Free-to-use.

CRDF Global

CRDF Global is an autonomous, non-profit organization focusing on scientific cooperation and initiatives targeted at addressing global concerns such as global health, nuclear, biological, and chemical security, and water, food, and energy. Grants are available to scientists and innovators in over 40 countries. Free-to-use.

ResearchResearch

For those looking for research funding programs, ResearchResearch offers an international alternative. However, a paid subscription is required for access.

Throughout the year, the National Science Foundation gives a range of grants. The NSF funds around 24% of all government funded fundamental research. Free-to-use.

Influence on research

Although it may not appear so, financing may influence which research subjects are handled and what research outcomes are generated. The ideal is for funding to be primarily financial and impartial, but this is rarely the case when it includes businesses; fundings frequently include biases. 

For example, as previously exemplified, a pharmaceutical company-funded research may sponsor a study that benefits the drug industry. And that would hardly apply to a government grant or a charitable fund.

Is this to say you should shun commercial funding? No, these companies provide vital support for scientific research; nonetheless, studies financed by businesses or special interest organizations must be handled with caution to avoid any type of conflict of interest. Read this article to learn more about how a conflict of interest might affect your research and career, and how to avoid it: Conflict of Interest in Research: What Is It and How It Can Impact.

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Research Funding—Why, When, and How?

Shekhar neema.

Department of Dermatology, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Laxmisha Chandrashekar

1 Department of Dermatology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Dhanvantari Nagar, Puducherry, India

Research funding is defined as a grant obtained for conducting scientific research generally through a competitive process. To apply for grants and securing research funding is an essential part of conducting research. In this article, we will discuss why should one apply for research grants, what are the avenues for getting research grants, and how to go about it in a step-wise manner. We will also discuss how to write research grants and what to be done after funding is received.

Introduction

The two most important components of any research project is idea and execution. The successful execution of the research project depends not only on the effort of the researcher but also on available infrastructure to conduct the research. The conduct of a research project entails expenses on man and material and funding is essential to meet these requirements. It is possible to conduct many research projects without any external funding if the infrastructure to conduct the research is available with the researcher or institution. It is also unethical to order tests for research purpose when it does not benefit patient directly or is not part of the standard of care. Research funding is required to meet these expenses and smooth execution of research projects. Securing funding for the research project is a topic that is not discussed during postgraduation and afterwards during academic career especially in medical science. Many good ideas do not materialize into a good research project because of lack of funding.[ 1 ] This is an art which can be learnt only by practising and we intend to throw light on major hurdles faced to secure research funding.

Why Do We Need the Funds for Research?

It is possible to publish papers without any external funding; observational research and experimental research with small sample size can be conducted without external funding and can result in meaningful papers like case reports, case series, observational study, or small experimental study. However, when studies like multi-centric studies, randomized controlled trial, experimental study or observational study with large sample size are envisaged, it may not be possible to conduct the study within the resources of department or institution and a source of external funding is required.

Basic Requirements for Research Funding

The most important requirement is having an interest in the particular subject, thorough knowledge of the subject, and finding out the gap in the knowledge. The second requirement is to know whether your research can be completed with internal resources or requires external funding. The next step is finding out the funding agencies which provide funds for your subject, preparing research grant and submitting the research grant on time.

What Are the Sources of Research Funding? – Details of Funding Agencies

Many local, national, and international funding bodies can provide grants necessary for research. However, the priorities for different funding agencies on type of research may vary and this needs to be kept in mind while planning a grant proposal. Apart from this, different funding agencies have different timelines for proposal submission and limitation on funds. Details about funding bodies have been tabulated in Table 1 . These details are only indicative and not comprehensive.

Details of funding agencies

Application for the Research Grant

Applying for a research grant is a time-consuming but rewarding task. It not only provides an opportunity for designing a good study but also allows one to understand the administrative aspect of conducting research. In a publication, the peer review is done after the paper is submitted but in a research grant, peer review is done at the time of proposal, which helps the researcher to improve his study design even if the grant proposal is not successful. Funds which are available for research is generally limited; resulting in reviewing of a research grant on its merit by peer group before the proposal is approved. It is important to be on the lookout for call for proposal and deadlines for various grants. Ideally, the draft research proposal should be ready much before the call for proposal and every step should be meticulously planned to avoid rush just before the deadline. The steps of applying for a research grant are mentioned below and every step is essential but may not be conducted in a particular order.

• Idea: The most important aspect of research is the idea. After having the idea in mind, it is important to refine your idea by going through literature and finding out what has already been done in the subject and what are the gaps in the research. FINER framework should be used while framing research questions. FINER stands for feasibility, interesting, novel, ethical, and relevant
• Designing the study: Well-designed study is the first step of a well-executed research project. It is difficult to correct flawed study design when the project is advanced, hence it should be planned well and discussed with co-workers. The help of an expert epidemiologist can be sought while designing the study
• Collaboration: The facility to conduct the study within the department is often limited. Inter-departmental and inter-institutional collaboration is the key to perform good research. The quality of project improves by having a subject expert onboard and it also makes acceptance of grant easier. The availability of the facility for conduct of research in department and institution should be ascertained before planning the project
• Scientific and ethical committee approval: Most of the research grants require the project to be approved by the institutional ethical committee (IEC) before the project is submitted. IEC meeting usually happens once in a quarter; hence pre-planning the project is essential. Some institutes also conduct scientific committee meeting before the proposal can be submitted for funding. A project/study which is unscientific is not ethical, therefore it is a must that a research proposal should pass both the committees’ scrutiny
• Writing research grant: Writing a good research grant decides whether research funding can be secured or not. So, we will discuss this part in detail.

How to write a research grant proposal [ 13 , 14 , 15 ] The steps in writing a research grant are as follows

• Identifying the idea and designing the study. Study design should include details about type of study, methodology, sampling, blinding, inclusion and exclusion criteria, outcome measurements, and statistical analysis
• Identifying the prospective grants—the timing of application, specific requirements of grant and budget available in the grant
• Discussing with collaborators (co-investigators) about the requirement of consumables and equipment
• Preparing a budget proposal—the two most important part of any research proposal is methodology and budget proposal. It will be discussed separately
• Preparing a specific proposal as outlined in the grant document. This should contain details about the study including brief review of literature, why do you want to conduct this study, and what are the implications of the study, budget requirement, and timeline of the study
• A timeline or Gantt chart should always accompany any research proposal. This gives an idea about the major milestones of the project and how the project will be executed
• The researcher should also be ready for revising the grant proposal. After going through the initial proposal, committee members may suggest some changes in methodology and budgetary outlay
• The committee which scrutinizes grant proposal may be composed of varied specialities. Hence, proposal should be written in a language which even layman can understand. It is also a good idea to get the proposal peer reviewed before submission.

Budgeting for the Research Grant

Budgeting is as important as the methodology for grant proposal. The first step is to find out what is the monetary limit for grant proposal and what are the fund requirements for your project. If these do not match, even a good project may be rejected based on budgetary limitations. The budgetary layout should be prepared with prudence and only the amount necessary for the conduct of research should be asked. Administrative cost to conduct the research project should also be included in the proposal. The administrative cost varies depending on the type of research project.

Research fund can generally be used for the following requirement but not limited to these; it is helpful to know the subheads under which budgetary planning is done. The funds are generally allotted in a graded manner as per projected requirement and to the institution, not to the researcher.

• Purchase of equipment which is not available in an institution (some funding bodies do not allow equipment to be procured out of research funds). The equipment once procured out of any research fund is owned by the institute/department
• Consumables required for the conduct of research (consumables like medicines for the conduct of the investigator-initiated trials and laboratory consumables)
• The hiring of trained personnel—research assistant, data entry operator for smooth conduct of research. The remuneration details of trained personnel can be obtained from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) website and the same can be used while planning the budget
• Stationary—for the printing of forms and similar expense
• Travel expense—If the researcher has to travel to present his finding or for some other reason necessary for the conduct of research, travel grant can be part of the research grant
• Publication expense: Some research bodies provide publication expense which can help the author make his findings open access which allows wider visibility to research
• Contingency: Miscellaneous expenditure during the conduct of research can be included in this head
• Miscellaneous expenses may include expense toward auditing the fund account, and other essential expenses which may be included in this head.

Once the research funding is granted. The fund allotted has to be expended as planned under budgetary planning. Transparency, integrity, fairness, and competition are the cornerstones of public procurement and should be remembered while spending grant money. The hiring of trained staff on contract is also based on similar principles and details of procurement and hiring can be read at the ICMR website.[ 4 ] During the conduct of the study, many of grant guidelines mandate quarterly or half-yearly progress report of the project. This includes expense on budgetary layout and scientific progress of the project. These reports should be prepared and sent on time.

Completion of a Research Project

Once the research project is completed, the completion report has to be sent to the funding agency. Most funding agencies also require period progress report and project should ideally progress as per Gantt chart. The completion report has two parts. The first part includes a scientific report which is like writing a research paper and should include all subheads (Review of literature, material and methods, results, conclusion including implications of research). The second part is an expense report including how money was spent, was it according to budgetary layout or there was any deviation, and reasons for the deviation. Any unutilized fund has to be returned to the funding agency. Ideally, the allotted fund should be post audited by a professional (chartered accountant) and an audit report along with original bills of expenditure should be preserved for future use in case of any discrepancy. This is an essential part of any funded project that prevents the researcher from getting embroiled in any accusations of impropriety.

Sharing of scientific findings and thus help in scientific advancement is the ultimate goal of any research project. Publication of findings is the part of any research grant and many funding agencies have certain restrictions on publications and presentation of the project completed out of research funds. For example, Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL) research projects on completion have to be presented in a national conference and the same is true for most funding agencies. It is imperative that during presentation and publication, researcher mentions the source of funding.

Research funding is an essential part of conducting research. To be able to secure a research grant is a matter of prestige for a researcher and it also helps in the advancement of career.

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Over the course of Harvard College’s history, graduates have upheld a commitment to making the world a better place for others. The decision to devote yourself to public interest or government work represents ideals fundamental to Harvard’s mission, and many grants and opportunities for funding can help to make this choice more accessible.

• Center for Public Interest Careers (CPIC) Internships : CPIC focuses on student development, alumni/ae engagement, and partnerships that serve community needs. 
• IOP Director Positions : The Institute of Politics (IOP) partners with prominent organizations and elected officials worldwide to provide fully-funded, career-focused summer internships. Internships are available for undergraduate students interested in politics, government, and public service. 
• IOP Stipend Positions : The Institute of Politics (IOP) offers funding for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors to pursue non- or low-paying summer internships in government, public interest, non-governmental organizations, and political organizations and campaigns. International internships must have a government affiliation.
• CPIC: Arthur Liman Public Interest Law Fellowship : This fellowship provides a stipend to selected students working in public interest law positions during the summer.
• Harvard Club Summer Internships :  Some Harvard Clubs and Shared Interest Groups raise funds to support student public service projects.
• PBHA Summer Urban Program (SUP) :   PBHA’s SUP is a network of 12 community-based summer camps across Boston and Cambridge.
• Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) Public Service Grants : MCS provides grants for students interested in pursuing a domestic public service opportunity.
• Harvard Public Service Network : The Public Service Network (PSN), affiliated with the Phillips Brooks House, encompasses over 45 programs. These programs offer opportunities for students to work alongside community organizations and schools that provide health, educational and advocacy services.
• Presidential Public Service Fellowship Program (PPSF) : Harvard’s PPSF program supports a broad range of summer-long opportunities that serve the common good.

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At Harvard, you’ll have opportunities to conduct research alongside world-renowned faculty. Whether you choose to embark on your own research or assist with a faculty project, funding as available.

• The Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Office  (URAF) is Harvard College’s hub for undergraduate research grants. URAF administers ten research programs of its own and hosts a comprehensive database of opportunities. The office also provides tips for finding opportunities, writing applications, and securing funding. 
• The Faculty Aide Program  is a good place to start. This program subsidizes up to $1,500 in student wages as a way to encourage professors to hire undergraduate research assistants.

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• PRIMO  – Harvard Business School/Harvard College Program for Research in Markets and Organizations
• SHARP  – Summer Humanities and Arts Research Program
• Harvard Amgen Scholars Program
• PCER  - Program in Community Engaged Research
• SURGH  - Summer Undergraduate Research in Global Health
• SPUDS - Summer Program for Undergraduates in Data Science
• FAS Center for Systems Biology Undergraduate Summer Internship

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)

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• Harvard Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Research Experience for Undergraduates Program
• SEAS Research Experience for Undergraduates

Domestic Research Funding

• HCRP - Harvard College Research Program
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• Committee on Ethnicity, Migration and Rights
• Harvard Center for the Environment
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• Harvard Stem Cell Institute
• Herchel Smith Undergraduate Science Research Program
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International Research Funding

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• Korea Institute
• Harvard College Research Program
• Harvard Global Health Institute: International Internship in Global Health and Summer Undergraduate Research
• South Asia Institute
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International study is an enriching experience, but financing study abroad can seem daunting. Funding is available for many options, including study at a foreign university, participation in humanitarian relief efforts, and internships.

There are different ways to include an international experience into your Harvard career. Students who receive grant assistance from Harvard can transfer their financial aid to an approved term-time study abroad program. You'd prefer to do a summer program? The Harvard Summer School may be able to help. Or you could design your own travel experience during summer or winter break. However you choose to do it, funding can make international study experiences possible.

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• Center for African Studies
• Edwin O Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies
• Fairbank Center
• Harvard China Fund
• Center for European Studies

Latin America and Caribbean

• David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies

Middle East and North Africa

• Center for Middle Eastern Studies

Multiple Locations

• FXB Field Education Internship Program
• Romance Languages and Literature – Dressler and Diaco grants
• Weissman International Internship Program
• Harvard Alumni Association Spring Break Trips

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• Student Employment Office (SEO) Jobs Database : On- and off-campus employers list summer and term-time jobs on the SEO Jobs Database. You can use this database to browse opportunities and apply to full-time, part-time, and intermittent jobs.
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• Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) : MCS is your hub for programs and resources to help you explore careers, find jobs, and investigate graduate school options. 
• Crimson Careers Database : This database is available to current students and alumni who want to find opportunities or post available positions.
• Harvard Alumni Association (HAA) : The HAA maintains and enhances an engaged, vibrant community of alumni and friends worldwide.
• Harvard Student Agencies (HSA) : HSA provides Harvard students with meaningful opportunities for employment and hands-on business education.
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Seniors may consider applying for fellowships and scholarships to fund graduate study, travel, public service, research, and other experiences after graduation. The Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships (URAF) administers both Harvard-specific and national opportunities and helps advise students exploring the wide of array of possibilities. Learn more about postgraduate funding opportunities on  URAF’s website .

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How to find out who funded a study / research?

It has been proven that the source of funding can have an influence on the results of a research ( funding bias , well documented here and here ).

When we check for pieces of research, for example through the Pubmed database, how can we check the source of funding? (And check for possible financial conflict of interest?)

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• 3 I think that your first statement urgently calls for references. As for determining sources of funding, AFAIK, research papers typically include acknowledgement of funding sources and even specific grant references. Many authors also include conflict of interests statements. –  Aleksandr Blekh Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 3:07
• Are you referring to government funding? Private funding? something else? –  ff524 Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 3:20
• @AleksandrBlekh : Just added some references you asked for. Does this mean that there is no way to verify the funding source of a study, other than look at what is claimed by the authors in the paper ? –  lapin Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 3:50
• 1 I asked because it's easier to find out who gets government funding (NIH RePORTER, for example). For private funding, there's no way to check other than what authors themselves report in the paper. (Why should there be a way to check? Who is supposed to be responsible for verifying funding source?) –  ff524 Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 4:02
• 2 Reputable journals require authors to disclose funding sources and other financial interests, which are then displayed in the article text. See for example here . –  Dan Romik Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 4:55

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Reputable journals might require authors to disclose funding sources, but as noted, this practice, reputable journals notwithstanding, is inconsistent. Beyond this, there are no standards for determining what is a reputable journal.

As to the comment that two citations do not prove the point, the literature is replete with studies demonstrating funding bias; a few examples: Pharmaceutical industry sponsorship and research outcome and quality, Lexchen, Bern et al; Avoiding biasing the conduct and reporting…, Hillman, Eisenberg, et al; Systematic review of empirical evidence of study publication bias, Dwan, Altman et al.

I wouldn't say that two studies is "proven," especially when neither of those is empirical: The first one is a literature review, and the second one is a theoretical article. Besides, both of them talk almost exclusively about the funding of medical/pharmaceutical research by pharmaceutical companies, and not about funding agencies as a whole.

That said, journals are supposed to be the gatekeepers of this information. When scientists submit a journal article, most journals these days ask them to disclose a conflict of interest: whether their funding or other personal interests is tied up with the research they're doing. Some journals publish this information publicly for readers to see, and others do not. Some journals require a funding statement - a little paragraph in the footnotes that states where the funding comes from

But this is done inconsistently; there's no standard from journal to journal, and not all journals report the information at all. The one "exception" is NIH funding - because of new NIH regulations, scientists have to disclose their NIH funding in the journal article and link their funding to the articles themselves, so theoretically the public can see where their tax dollars are going. In practice, the process of linking can take several weeks to several months (although this will probably speed up as it becomes more commonplace).

So the answer is - often times the only way to check IS what authors themselves report in the paper, short of contacting the author(s) and asking them yourself.

• I would note that there are many other NIH-type "exceptions" - it's a policy for all UK RCUK-funded grants, for example - but exactly how effective these policies have been is not yet clear. –  Andrew is gone Commented Oct 27, 2015 at 9:26

All funds I've been involved in did require thanking the source (and often state the exact grant) in any publications.

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Find your next funding opportunity here! Below is a August 16, 2024 roundup of recently announced funding opportunities curated by the Sponsored Programs, Research and Strategic Development, and Research and Engagement offices. Coming soon: Recent funding opportunities will arrive directly in your inbox via our Funding Opportunities @UNCG weekly email. Subscribe here .

9/16/24, Fiscal Year 2024 Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program , Department of Homeland Security

9/16/24, Fiscal Year 2024 Emergency Management Baseline Assessment Grant , Department of Homeland Security.

9/30/24, FY 2024 – 2026 – Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Announcement Type: Initial , Department of Commerce.

10/4/24, U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement, Minority Serving Institutions Grant Program, Scholarships and Fellowships, Fiscal Year 2024 , Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

11/14/24, Institute of Education Sciences: National Center for Special Education Research: Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program, Assistance Living , Department of Education.

11/14/24, Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance (NCEE): Strengthening Program Evaluation Capacity grant program, Assistance Listing Numbers , Department of Education.

11/14/24, NSF National Resource Coordination Center on Improving Undergraduate STEM Education , NSF.

11/15/24, Inspire! Grants for Small Museums (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, Museums Empowered (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, National Leadership Grants for Museums (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, 21st Century Museum Professionals Program (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/15/24, Museums for America (2025) , Institute of Museum and Library Services.

11/20/24, Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering , NSF.

11/21/24, Collective Judgment Formation-Collaborative Research Alliance , Department of Defense, Department of the Army.

12/10/24, The Confluence of Cancer Stigma and HIV Stigma in HIV-positive Individuals Diagnosed with Cancer (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) , Department of Health and Human Services, NIH.

12/20/24, Enabling Technologies for Electronic Warfare and Surveillance , Department of Defense, Office of Naval Research.

2/28/25, Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model , Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

3/13/25, Advancing Research on Molecular Targets and Mechanisms that Influence the Interplay Between Sex Hormones, HIV, and Addictive Substances (R21 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) , Department of Health and Human Services, NIH.

3/19/26, Single Cell Opioid Responses in the Context of HIV (SCORCH) Program: Data Mining and Functional Validation (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) , Department of Health and Human Services, NIH.

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1/1/25, Tanzania Global Health Security Partner Engagement: Advancing Efforts and Strategies to Protect and Improve Public Health , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

1/1/25, Strengthening Multisectoral Global Laboratory Systems to Safely and Accurately Mitigate Bio Risks, Deploy Diagnostics and Sequence Pathogens to Detect, Prevent and Respond to Global Health Threats , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

1/1/25, Enhancing Capacity & Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India to Prevent, Detect and Respond to Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Other Public Health Emergencies , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

1/1/25, Improve and Strengthen the Nigerian National Public Health Institute’s Management Capacity and Public Health Functions , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

1/1/25, Building and Strengthening Public Health Systems, Impact, and Capacity in Indonesia through Partner Collaboration , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

1/1/25, Expanding Efforts and Strategies to Protect and Improve Global Health Security in Kenya , Department of Health and Human Services, CDC.

Animal Food Regulatory Program Standards Implementation Development and Maintenance, with Mutual Reliance Initiatives , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

Studies Addressing Rare Neurodegenerative Diseases including ALS , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

Center for Research on Complex Generics (U18) Clinical Trials Optional , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

Cooperative Agreement to Support Effective Dissemination of Clinical Pr a ctice Guidelines , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

FDA OMHHE Health Equity Innovation Award: Enhance Equity Funding Opportunity (U01) Clinical Trials Not Allowed , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

Cooperative Agreement to Support Activities Related to Analgesics, Anesthetics, and Addiction (U01) Clinical Trials Allowed , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

Clinical Trials Addressing Unmet Needs of Rare Neurodegenerative Diseases (R01) Clinical Trials Required , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

FDA OMHHE Health Equity Innovation Award: Racial & Ethnic Minority Acceleration Consortium for Health Equity (REACH) (U01) Clinical Trials Optional , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

OMHHE Educational Funding Opportunity: Expanding education on skin lightening products (U01) Clinical Trials Not Allowed , Department of Health and Human Services, FDA.

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How Color Shapes Which Animals We Fear — and Which We Protect

From albino squirrels to black coyotes, urban wildlife with unique color variations reveal the role of human bias in wildlife conservation.

When I was growing up, an albino squirrel briefly took up residence in the large elm tree in front of my home. Spotting the squirrel quickly became an exciting event in the day-to-day life of the neighborhood. My mom periodically grabbed my shoulder and pointed me toward the tree, hoping that I, too, could glimpse the squirrel’s gleaming red eyes and eerily white fur.

The albino squirrel was the same species as numerous other gray squirrels that lived — largely ignored — on our block. But the genetic tweak that resulted in its unique coloration made it uniquely fascinating to us.

Around the world, animals that exhibit rare color morphisms — including lighter-colored variants with albinism or leucism and dark-colored variants with melanism — are often the subject of both veneration and fear in humans. A recent study by wildlife biologists at UC Berkeley, the University of Washington, and Washington University is one of the first to explore how human preference for these rare color variations impacts how urban wildlife are perceived and treated.

I recently spoke with UC Berkeley graduate student and study co-author Tyus Williams for Berkeley News about how unconscious human bias shapes which animals we fear and which we protect, and how these biases may reflect deep-seated beliefs about color, lightness, darkness — and even race.

Berkeley News: Why is it important to understand human perceptions of wildlife?

Humans have evolved alongside animals in ways that have caused us to fear some animals and domesticate others. Conservation scientists may use evidence-based approaches that are informed in research and literature, but they are still human beings with these natural internalized biases and preferences, and who deliberately study groups of animals because they like them. Because of that, I think we have to critically examine and unpack those feelings so that we can effectively inform the policies that we’re trying to implement, and to ensure that we’re looking after the animals that we’re trying to be stewards for.

What gave you the idea to study color morphs in particular?

It all started with eating Indian food at a postdoc’s house, which is where all great scientific ideas stem from. It was me, Elizabeth Carlen and Lauren Stanton . At one point, Liz and I were talking about urban species that are generally ubiquitous, like squirrels and raccoons. I started wondering whether it was possible that charismatic color morphs might influence how people perceive these animals — whether animals with these novel colorations, like albino squirrels, might be favored, rather than just being seen as commonplace or nuisance species.

I remember saying, “People love jaguars. But people love black panthers. Why is that?” This paper really grew out of questioning why people respond to different types of animals the way they do.

Why did you decide to study urban wildlife that we see all around us, like squirrels, deer and coyotes, rather than black panthers or other threatened species?

I think there’s something really interesting about how novel colorations influence human interactions with animals that might otherwise be overlooked or disregarded.

For instance, you may see the local news covering an albino squirrel that has been located in a nearby park. It’s still the same species as other squirrels — an eastern gray squirrel or a western gray squirrel. But clearly somebody took the time to cover it.

People often end up gravitating toward these animals or collectively investing in the protection of a sole individual, and I think there’s something really fascinating about the psychology of that. What is it about these animals that is quite literally modifying how people interact with them on a daily basis?

What are some of the ways animals with these unique colorations are treated in the U.S.? 

We surveyed both news articles and scientific publications for observations of animals with these novel colorations, and we specifically looked at how people were responding to them — were they treated like a nuisance, or did people have a sense of adoration or protectiveness toward them?

We found multiple places in the U.S. where it’s illegal to hunt white stags, or albino white-tailed deer. The same doesn’t apply to melanistic deer. Interestingly, a lot of the support for the protection of white stags derives from the public, while state biologists say that there’s no reason to try to insulate this genetic mutation that doesn’t really benefit the species in the long term.

There are also some places in the U.S. where white squirrels have protections. A town called Brevard, North Carolina, hosts a “White Squirrel Weekend” to celebrate its leucistic squirrels, and in 1986, Brevard declared itself a squirrel sanctuary, prohibiting people from killing or harassing squirrels within the city limits. In the town of Olney, Illinois, white squirrels get right of way when they’re crossing the street, and there are legal fines if you harm them with your vehicle.

There are similar celebrations and protections for black squirrels. In one example, the U.S. actually imported 10 black squirrels from Canada and released them at Kent State University in Ohio, and the campus now hosts an annual black squirrel festival to celebrate them. I found it really interesting that people deliberately extracted animals with this novel, charismatic feature in order to have it on their campus grounds.

In general, we found that people seem to be more celebratory and appreciative of herbivores — deer and squirrels — compared to predators like coyotes. However, we did find an example of a black coyote named Carmine in Atlanta, Georgia, that was roaming through neighborhoods and playing with people’s dogs in their backyards. In Georgia, trapped coyotes are required by law to be euthanized, but there was collective support for wanting to save Carmine, and he was instead relocated to a sanctuary to live out the rest of his life.

Humans have evolved to have more vigilance and fear toward coyotes and other predators, and it’s interesting to think about how the way that Carmine looked quite literally might have saved his life.

In the U.S., systemic racism — particularly against people of African descent — has created discrimination against people with darker skin tones. Did you find any evidence of a similar prejudice against animals with darker coloration?

One of the things that I thought was fascinating was that there did seem to be a polarity between the lighter and darker variants: A lot of the albino or leucistic animals actually had laws protecting them, but none of the melanistic animals did. This could be because the genetic variants that cause leucism and albinism are more common than those that cause melanism, so people are more likely to encounter lighter variants and strive to protect them.

But it’s possible that there is something else going on here. We know that, in the U.S., skin color thoroughly informs the way that we interact with society. There is also a lot of symbolism associated with black and white that shapes how these colors are perceived in both the human and the animal realms. Black is often associated with grief, sadness and dread, and people can perceive the color as evil, as well. White, on the other hand, often represents purity and cleanliness.

When you think about how easily human society can manipulate the fabric of our reality around us, it’s not too far of a stretch to assume that it also informs the ways that we interact with wildlife.

Do you think there are downsides to people developing connections with individual animals or groups of animals based on their color or other charismatic features?

I think it’s important to think about our relationships to these animals in the context of how we treat other wildlife that is not particularly novel or charismatic. We may love that Carmine was spared, but what about all the other coyotes that don’t look like Carmine?

Similarly, deer populations in many regions are very high and are responsible for a significant number of car collisions and vehicle mortality. In many places, people are encouraged to hunt deer — unless the deer have a unique coloration.

If we can let something as simple as color modify how we engage with wildlife, what other biases might be informing our conservation and policy decisions? I think it’s really important to hold ourselves accountable and make sure we’re doing the best job that we can to ensure that wildlife are being taken care of, even if they don’t have these unique features.

How else has being a Black scientist shaped your approach to your work?

As a Black researcher, I really resonate with the idea that people perceive and interact with animals based on the way that the animals physically present themselves, because that’s often very akin to the experience of being Black in America. There’s only so much that I can control about how I’m perceived, and sometimes I have to dress or code-switch in a certain way to prevent people from making incorrect judgments or assumptions about me.

Overall, I look at how deeply entangled the human world and the natural world really are, and how much they inform each other, and I feel privileged to be able to explore these questions with my peers.

Additional authors of the study include Samantha E.S. Kreling of the University of Washington; Lauren A. Stanton, Christine E. Wilkinson, Cesar O. Estien and Christopher J. Schell of UC Berkeley; and Elizabeth Carlen of Washington University.

To learn more about the urban ecology research in the Schell Lab , visit the California: State of Nature exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences.

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Biden is announcing $150 million in research grants as part of his ‘moonshot’ push to fight cancer.

Will Weissert And Carla K. Johnson

Associated Press

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden is zeroing in on the policy goals closest to his heart now that he's no longer seeking a second term , visiting New Orleans on Tuesday to promote his administration's "moonshot" initiative aiming to dramatically reduce cancer deaths.

The president and first lady Jill Biden toured medical facilities that receive federal funding to investigate cancer treatments at Tulane University. Researchers used a piece of raw meat to demonstrate how they are working to improve scanning technology to quickly distinguish between healthy and cancerous cells during surgeries.

The Bidens then championed the announcement of $150 million in awards from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. Those will support eight teams of researchers around the country working on ways to help surgeons more successfully remove tumors from people with cancer. It brings the total amount awarded by the agency to develop breakthrough treatments for cancers to $400 million.

Cancer surgery “takes the best surgeons and takes its toll on families,” Biden said. He said the demonstration of cutting-edge technology he witnessed would offer doctors a way to visualize tumors in real time, reducing the need for follow-on surgeries.

“We’re moving quickly because we know that all families touched by cancer are in a race against time,” Biden said.

The teams receiving awards include ones from Tulane, Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University, Rice University, the University of California, San Francisco, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the University of Washington and Cision Vision in Mountain View, California.

Before he leaves office in January, Biden hopes to move the U.S. closer to the goal he set in 2022 to cut U.S. cancer fatalities by 50% over the next 25 years, and to improve the lives of caregivers and those suffering from cancer.

“I’m a congenital optimist about what Americans can do," Biden said. “There’s so much that we’re doing. It matters”

Experts say the objective is attainable — with adequate investments.

“We’re curing people of diseases that we previously thought were absolutely intractable and not survivable,” said Karen Knudsen, CEO of the American Cancer Society and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network.

Cancer is the second-highest killer of people in the U.S. after heart disease. This year alone, the American Cancer Society estimates that 2 million new cases will be diagnosed and 611,720 people will die of cancer diseases.

Still, "if all innovation ended today and we could just get people access to the innovations that we know about right now, we think we could reduce cancer mortality by another 20 to 30%,” Knudsen said.

The issue is personal enough for Biden that, in his recent Oval Office address about bowing out of the 2024 campaign, the president promised to keep fighting for “my cancer moonshot so we can end cancer as we know it."

"Because we can do it,” Biden said then.

He said in that speech that the initiative would be a priority of his final months in office, along with working to strengthen the economy and defend abortion rights, protecting children from gun violence and making changes to the Supreme Court, which he called “extreme" in its current makeup during a recent event.

Both the president and first lady have had lesions removed from their skin in the past that were determined to be basal cell carcinoma, a common and easily treated form of cancer. In 2015, their eldest son, Beau, died of an aggressive brain cancer at age 46.

“It’s not just personal," Biden said Tuesday. "It’s about what’s possible.”

The president's public schedule has been much quieter since he left the race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris , making Tuesday's trip stand out.

Advocates have praised Biden for keeping the spotlight on cancer, bringing stakeholders together and gathering commitments from private companies, nonprofit organizations and patient groups.

They say that the extra attention the administration has paid has put the nation on track to cut cancer death rates by at least half, preventing more than 4 million deaths from the disease, by 2047. It has done so by bolstering access to cancer treatments and reminding people of the importance of screening, which hit a setback during the coronavirus pandemic.

“President Biden’s passion and commitment to this effort has made monumental differences for the entire cancer community, including those who are suffering from cancer,” said Jon Retzlaff, the chief policy officer at the American Association for Cancer Research.

Looking ahead, Retzlaff said, “The No. 1 thing is for us to see robust, sustained and predictable annual funding support for the National Institutes of Health. And, if we see that through NIH and through the National Cancer Institute, the programs that have been created through the cancer moonshot will be allowed to continue.”

Initiatives under Biden include changes that make screening and cancer care more accessible to more people, said Knudsen, with the American Cancer Society.

For instance, Medicare has started to pay for follow-up colonoscopies if a stool-based test suggests cancer, she said, and Medicare will now pay for navigation services to guide patients through the maze of their cancer care.

“You’ve already paid for the cancer research. You’ve already paid for the innovation. Now let’s get it to people,” Knudsen said.

She also said she'd like to see the next administration pursue a ban on menthol-flavored cigarettes, which she said could save 654,000 lives over the next 40 years.

Scientists now understand that cancer is not a single disease, but hundreds of diseases that respond differently to different treatments. Some cancers have biomarkers that can be targeted by existing drugs that will slow a tumor’s growth. Many more targets await discovery.

“We hope that the next administration, whoever it may be, will continue to keep the focus and emphasis on our national commitment to end cancer as we know it,” said Dr. Crystal Denlinger, CEO of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, a group of elite cancer centers.

Johnson reported from Washington state.

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Updated 5 August 2024

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This publication is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/capital-grants-2024/3451c5f9-431c-4530-bb47-40ac2a0abe8f

1. Important dates

Capital Grants are open for applications all year from 3 January 2024. You can also apply for  other capital grants  at any time of the year.

Capital Grants are available to a wide range of farmers and land managers, particularly those who have (or are considering applying for) a Sustainable Farming Incentive ( SFI ) agreement. 

2. About Capital Grants

These grants are standalone capital grants. You can use them to support and complement SFI , existing Countryside Stewardship ( CS ) Mid Tier, Higher Tier and Wildlife Offers, and Environmental Stewardship ( ES ) Higher Level Stewardship.

Applications will remain open until the funding is allocated. You can submit an application for each Single Business Identifier ( SBI ) that you manage.

New agreements cannot contain parcels that already have capital works which are incomplete or have not received their final payment.

2.1 Grants that are available

Capital Grants are 3-year agreements offering capital items to achieve specific environmental benefits within 4 groups:

• boundaries, trees and orchards (including the former hedgerows and boundaries grant items)
• water quality
• air quality
• natural flood management

There is no limit on either the maximum amount for any application or the amount you can apply for in each group.

If your application is successful, the Rural Payments Agency ( RPA ) will make you an agreement offer. If you accept the offer, you will enter into an agreement with the RPA .

2.2 Capital items available

There are 76 capital items available, which are listed in section 5. The  Grant finder  gives a description and essential requirements for each capital item.

To apply for the following capital items, you must read the Apply for a capital grants plan guidance :

• PA1: Implementation plan
• PA2: Feasibility study
• PA4: Agroforestry plan
• PA5: Moorland mapping plan

To apply for PA3: Woodland management plan, you must read the Woodland Management Plan grant guidance .

For some capital items, you can use supplementary grants. You can find the payment rates and details about using supplements also in section 5.

For capital items that help improve water and air quality, you may need approval from a Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) adviser. For items listed in Annex 2, you must have approval otherwise RPA will remove them from your application.

2.3 How RPA assesses your application if a grant is oversubscribed

RPA will publish a 6-week notice on GOV.UK if a grant is likely to be oversubscribed. They will deal with applications on a first-come-first-served basis. At the point of the 6-week notice, they will assess applications in order of priority for those providing higher environmental benefits.

2.4 What the grant cannot pay for

You cannot use a capital grant to pay for:

• any capital works done (or materials purchased) before your agreement starts
• planning application fees or other transactional fees
• agent fees or other advisory fees
• meeting legal requirements, including planning conditions and tenancy agreements
• any works on a Scheduled Monument (including any works on the boundary of these sites)
• any works on common land
• any works undertaken as part of another grant or obligation (read section 3.3)

3. Who can apply and what land is eligible

Capital Grants are open to land managers who are one of the following:

• an owner occupier
• a licensor if they have management control of the land and activities needed to meet the obligations of the grant for the full duration of the agreement

3.1 Land that is eligible

To be eligible for Capital Grants, land parcels must be entirely within England and you must have management control of the relevant parcels as set out in section 3.3.

The following land parcels may also be eligible:

• those included in any existing CS  agreement or an  ES  Higher Level Stewardship agreement, if the same item isn’t being funded twice, there is sufficient space in the parcel, and the options and items are compatible with each other
• those subject to an English Woodland Grant Scheme ( EWGS ) agreement (read section 3.4 for some exceptions)
• those included in agreements for PA1: Implementation plan, PA2: Feasibility study, PA3: Woodland management plan, a Woodland tree Health grant or PA4: Agroforestry plan (if all other eligibility criteria are met)
• those within a site of special scientific interest ( SSSI ) or scheduled monument, including their boundaries, but only if it is included in an existing  CS  or  ES  agreement

3.2 Land that is not eligible

The following land is not eligible for Capital Grants:

• common land or shared grazing - except items AF1: Plant an agroforestry woodland tree and AF2: Plant an agroforestry fruit tree
• land that is included in certain other schemes or under obligation (read section 3.3)
• developed land and hard standing (including permanent caravan sites and areas used for permanent storage)

3.3 Management control of land

Having management control means you’re the person actively farming the land and you’re either:

• the owner occupier
• a tenant with a Farm Business Tenancy ( FBT ) under the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995, or an Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 tenancy or equivalent

You must have management control of the land in an agreement for 5 years from the starting date of your agreement, or the countersignature of your landlord (see section 3.3.1).

This includes:

• all activities needed to meet the grant payment
• keeping all capital items funded through this scheme in the condition and to the specification set out in your agreement for the 5 years

If you do not meet these requirements, you must get the written consent of all other parties who have management control.

3.3.1 Tenants

If you occupy land under a tenancy, you must have:

• a tenancy agreement for at least 3 years from the start of the Capital Grants agreement (however, see the requirements for a rolling tenancy below)
• the agreement of your landlord before you apply
• a countersignature from your landlord if you do not have management control for 5 years from the start of your agreement
• control of all the activities over the land to meet the scheme requirements for the chosen capital items

It is your responsibility to check when you apply for Capital Grants that you do not breach the terms of your tenancy agreement.

If your tenancy is renewed each year on a rolling basis, you must be certain your tenancy will extend to the length of your Capital Grants agreement, or you must have a countersignature from your landlord. You must check this with your landlord before you apply.

If the landlord takes over a Capital Grants agreement from you once your tenancy has ended, they must be eligible to do so. For example, they must not be an ineligible public body.

3.3.2 Landlords

If you are a landlord and can show that you have enough management control over the land and activities, you can apply for an agreement on land you have let to a tenant.

As the Agreement Holder, you must give your tenant a copy of the Capital Grants agreement. RPA may ask you to provide evidence to show that you have done this. It is your responsibility to make sure that your tenant does not breach the terms of the agreement.

3.3.3 Partnerships

If you are in a business partnership, you can apply for Capital Grants. The person signing the application must have the appropriate permission levels in the  Rural Payments service .

3.3.4 Licensors

If you are a licensor, you can apply for a Capital Grants agreement. It is your responsibility to make sure that the licensee does not breach the terms of the agreement.

You must make sure that the licensee is aware of the requirements of the agreement, as relevant to the licence, and include these in the licence agreement.

3.3.5 Licensees

Licensees are usually not eligible for Capital Grants as a licence arrangement will not provide sufficient management control of the land to the licensee for the agreement period.

If in practice your licence agreement gives you wider land management responsibilities, this may mean you are a tenant and therefore may be eligible for Capital Grants. You must show that you have sufficient management control of the land and activities to be able to apply. See section 3.3.1 for more information about Capital Grants for tenants.

3.3.6 Land owned by public bodies

Land is not eligible if it is owned or managed by:

• Crown bodies (including all government departments, executive agencies and trading funds)
• non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs)

See a  list of all government departments, agencies and public bodies  on GOV.UK.

Land owned by some public bodies is eligible for Capital Grants provided the work does not form part of their obligations as a public body.

This includes land owned by:

• local authorities
• national park authorities
• public corporations

Parish councils and former college farms are not considered to be public bodies and so are eligible to apply for Capital Grants.

3.3.7 Tenants of land owned by public bodies

If you are a tenant of a public body, you will need to check if the land is eligible for Capital Grants with your landlord. If it is, you must get the public body to countersign your application if you do not have a tenancy agreement for the full term of a Capital Grants agreement.

If you do have a tenancy agreement for the full term of a Capital Grants agreement, you are eligible to apply as a tenant with management control of the land. See section 3.3.1.

You cannot apply for a Capital Grant for any work that is a requirement of your tenancy or any other legally binding obligation.

3.4 Land receiving other funding

You cannot use Capital Grants to pay for any environmental management if you are already receiving:

• payment from Exchequer funds
• grant aid from any other public body

You cannot use a Capital Grants agreement to fund capital works that you:

• are required to carry out under other legally binding obligations
• are currently receiving funding from other sources
• have already received funding

You may be able to apply for a Capital Grants agreement in addition to an existing  CS  or  ES  agreement, if you follow the rules set out in section 3.4.1 (Environmental Stewardship) or 3.4.2 (Countryside Stewardship).

RPA will carry out checks to make sure that capital works are not funded twice from public money.

You must make sure that any work proposed for this grant does not breach the conditions of any other agreement.

3.4.1 Environmental Stewardship

Land parcels in Higher Level Stewardship are eligible for Capital Grants.

If you intend to apply for a Capital Grants agreement on land parcels in an existing  ES  agreement, you must make sure:

• there is sufficient space in the parcel
• the same capital works are not being funded twice
• the actions required in your existing agreement and your new Capital Grants agreement are compatible with each other

3.4.2 Countryside Stewardship

Cs  mid tier or cs higher tier.

You can enter land parcels that are in an existing  CS  Mid Tier or CS Higher Tier agreement into a Capital Grants agreement, only if all capital works on that parcel in your  CS  Mid Tier or Higher Tier agreement have been fully completed and paid for.

If you have finished and been paid for your  CS  Mid Tier or Higher Tier capital works and want to apply for an additional Capital Grants agreement on those land parcels, you must make sure that:

• the actions required in your existing agreement and your new Capital Grants agreement are compatible

You can apply for a Capital Grants agreement on land parcels which are not in your existing CS  Mid Tier or Higher Tier agreement if the new capital works do not conflict with your existing agreement.

Wildlife Offers and other capital grants

You may have a Capital Grants agreement alongside any of the following agreements:

• Higher Tier Capital Grants
• Protection and Infrastructure (all items)
• Woodland Tree Health
• PA3: Woodland management plan
• Wildlife Offers

You can apply for a Capital Grants agreement on the same land parcels as your existing capital grants or Wildlife Offer agreement if:

You can apply for a Capital Grants agreement on land parcels which are not in your existing capital grants or Wildlife Offer agreement if the new capital works do not conflict with your existing agreement.

3.4.3 Environmental Land Management schemes

Sustainable farming incentive.

You can apply for a Capital Grants offer on land parcels in an:

• SFI pilot standards agreement
• SFI 2023 agreement
• SFI 2024 agreement

The actions in either SFI agreement must be compatible with the works in a Capital Grant agreement. You can also apply for a Capital Grants agreement on land parcels which are not in your existing SFI agreement.

Landscape Recovery

Customers with a Capital Grants agreement can also apply for a Landscape Recovery agreement, as long as the same item isn’t being funded twice, there is sufficient space in the parcel, and the items are compatible with each other.

3.4.4 English Woodland Schemes

You can apply for Capital Grants on land parcels covered by an  EWGS  Woodland Planning Grant and certain capital grants (for example, WD2: Woodland improvement grant) if both of the following apply:

• this does not result in you being paid twice for the same items or activities
• the Capital Grants do not conflict with any ongoing  EWGS  requirements

You cannot apply for Capital Grants on land parcels covered by a multi-annual  EWGS  agreement, England Woodland Creation Offer, EWGS Farm Woodland Payment, Farm Woodland Premium Scheme or Farm Woodland Scheme.

3.4.5 Farming Recovery Fund

Land parcels covered by the Farming Recovery Fund are not eligible.

3.4.6 Inheritance Tax or Capital Gains Tax exemption

Capital items may be available on land designated by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) as conditionally exempt from Inheritance Tax or as the object of a Maintenance Fund, depending on the specific undertakings and proposed options or capital items.

Read  Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax exemption: Countryside Stewardship  to find out whether capital items available under the Capital Grants are always eligible, never eligible or need checking.

3.4.7 Other schemes or grants

Capital grants cannot fund works that form part of:

• Countryside Productivity
• Growth Programme
• Water Environment Grant
• Farming in Protected Landscapes
• Farming Investment Fund
• Woodland Carbon Fund
• HS2 Woodland Fund
• England Woodland Creation Offer

This is not an exhaustive list.

4. How to apply for Capital Grants

This section gives the information you need to apply for Capital Grants.

4.1 Check you and your land are registered

To apply for Capital Grants, you need to register or be registered on the Rural Payments service. Use the guidance on registering and updating your details on the Rural Payments service to help you.

All land parcels listed on your application must be registered in the Rural Payments service and have a parcel reference number (in the format AA1234 5678). Check the Rural Payments service to find out if your land parcels are registered and up to date .

If your land parcels are not registered, you must submit a rural land change request to register the land.

4.1.1 Authorise an agent

You can authorise an agent to fill in and submit your application for you. This also applies to payment claim forms for Agreement Holders.

For an agent to act for you, you must give them the appropriate permission levels in the  Rural Payments service . This applies even if you have previously authorised the agent using the paper agent authorisation form.

Read  ‘Give someone else permission to act on your behalf ’   for more information on the different levels of permission. You should also read the information in the Permission levels screen in the Rural Payments service. This lists what is permitted at each level. You are responsible for ensuring that permissions assigned on the Rural Payments service are made correctly and that all contact details are correct.

4.2 Ways to apply

You should submit your application online if you can. If you are unable to apply online, you can apply by email or by post.

4.2.1 Apply online

You can apply online using the  Rural Payments service . Use the  how to complete your online Capital Grants application  to help you.

If you apply online, you do not need to fill in a Capital Grants application form. However, you must send us a map and any supporting documents by email or post.

4.2.2 Apply by email or post

If you cannot apply online, you can fill in a  Capital Grants application form  and email or post it to us. Use the  how to complete your Capital Grants application by email or post  to help you.

If you email us your form, make sure that you have the appropriate permission levels and that the email address for your business is registered in the Rural Payments service.

4.3 Prepare a map to support your application

You must submit a map or maps in support of your application.

Use the  how to complete your Capital Grants application by email or post  to help prepare your map.

4.4 Business viability test

RPA will check all applicants against an insolvency register. If your application is not financially viable, we may not offer you an agreement.

For applications including capital expenditure of more than £50,000 in total, you must submit a statement from a registered accountant (for example, a chartered accountant or certified accountant) with your application’s supporting documents. This is to confirm that the business or  SBI  has the resources from trading profits, reserves or loans to carry out the work in the proposed agreement schedule.

The accountant will need to provide a letter on headed paper which confirms:

• they are a registered accountant
• they act as the accountant for the applicant or have been contracted to act on behalf of the applicant
• you as the applicant have sufficient finances to complete the capital works in your application and how these funds will be sourced (for example, savings or loan)
• their understanding of the total value of the capital works in the application

If your application includes more than £500,000 of capital items, RPA will also review 3 years of your relevant business accounts or other evidence. This is to confirm that you have the administrative, financial and operational capacity to meet the agreement requirements.

4.5 Check if you need consent to carry out capital works

You must check each capital item you are applying for to see if any consents are needed.

You will not be paid for any capitals works without the necessary consents and permissions being in place before you begin any work.

You are responsible for arranging all relevant consents, permissions, exemptions, and written advice needed for your application.

In some cases, you will not be offered an agreement if these are not in place.

4.5.1 Planning consent

Your local planning authority can give you informal advice on whether a proposal needs planning consent. Read the general guidance on planning permission for farms .

You do not need to provide evidence of whether planning permission or consent is needed with your application. However, if required, you will need to have permission or consent in place before you carry out any work, and you will need to submit evidence when you make a claim for this work.

4.5.2 Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) approval

Capital items which require CSF approval are available in High, Medium and Low Priority Areas for Water and Air Quality, and in areas to reduce flood risk.  Search Magic for more details .

If you are intending to apply for certain water quality, air quality and natural flood management capital items you must contact CSF at least 10 weeks before you intend to submit your application, or your request will not be considered.

Complete the  CSF support request form  and send it to CSF . CSF will only assess a request for approval if the form is complete.

Annex 2 – choose capital items to help improve water and air quality and reduce flood risk lists items that require CSF approval.

4.5.3 Sites of special scientific interest ( SSSI )

You must get consent from Natural England if your application includes land in a SSSI .

4.5.4 Other consents

You may need to apply for other consents or licences if work affects:

• protected species (as defined by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981)
• a watercourse or highway

If you have protected species on your land, you must meet the requirements for their protection before carrying out any activities. For more information, read Managing wildlife on your land . If you have consent for work that affects protected species, you may need to plan around seasonal activity.

It’s important you arrange the consents well in advance.                                                                                                                                        

If the work affects priority habitats (which may not be SSSIs), you should consider the effect on these even if you do not need consent. To find out more about how to avoid harming protected area and species read Construction near protected areas and wildlife .

4.5.5 Work on trees and hedges

You may need permission for work on trees that are under a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) . If this applies to you, contact your Local Authority or National Park Authority.

Find out when you may need a Forestry Commission tree felling licence .

You can fell up to 5m 3  and sell up to 2m 3  of timber without a felling licence each calendar quarter. If you plan to fell or sell more, you must get a felling licence before your agreement offer can be issued.

You do not need to provide evidence of any TPO permission or a felling licence with your application. If required, you will need to have the consent before you carry out any work. You will need to submit this when you make a claim for this work.

4.5.6 Other considerations

When you carry out work under the agreement, you must not:

• break byelaws
• obstruct public rights of way
• block or restrict access to ‘open access’ land
• affect oil or gas pipelines

If required, you will need to have permission or consent in place before you carry out any work. You will need to submit this evidence when you make a claim for this work.

4.6 Submit your application and supporting documents

Submit your application either:

• by email or post

You must include:

• the application map
• a   land ownership and control form , if applicable
• any other supporting documents RPA ask for as detailed on the  Grant finder

Use the  how to complete your online Capital Grant application  or  how to complete your Capital Grant application by email or post  guidance to help you submit your application.

RPA will only accept supporting documents, such as photos or forms, if they are either printed and sent by post or scanned and attached to an email. Emails should not be larger than 32MB. For security reasons, RPA cannot accept discs, USB pen drives or other external storage media.

4.7 How RPA check your application

RPA will check that your application:

• meets the eligibility requirements
• is complete
• includes an annotated map

If your application is successful, RPA will send you an agreement offer letter.

If you want to accept the agreement offer you must sign and return the declaration by post within 20 working days. If you do not accept your offer in time, it will be withdrawn.

You can withdraw an application at any point after submission, prior to an agreement offer being made. Once an agreement offer has been made, you cannot withdraw your application, but you can reject your agreement offer.

You can find more information about entering into an agreement in  section 6.1 of the Agreement Holder’s guide .

If your application is unsuccessful, RPA will tell you why. You will then have the right to appeal to us. Read section 7.10 of the Agreement Holder’s guide .

5. Choosing capital items

A description and brief requirements for the capital items under the Capital Grants are provided in this section.

More detailed information on (and the specific requirements for) these items are available on the  Grant finder .

You can select multiple items from the 4 groups. There is no limit on the maximum grant available, however your application will be assessed to ensure value for money.

5.1 Boundaries, trees and orchards items

You can only apply for a supplement with its associated capital item:

• BN8 – can only be used with BN5 and BN6
• BN10 – can only be used with BN5
• BN13 – can only be used with BN12
• BN14 – can only be used with BN12
• both BN13 and BN14 can be used with BN12

5.2 Water quality items

5.3 Air quality items

5.4 Natural flood management items

For further information on water and air quality and natural flood management items that require CSF approval, go to Annex 2.

For parcels to be included they must be registered on the Rural Payments service.  For more information on how to do this read the Make change to your rural land maps guidance.

RP32 Small leaky woody dams and RP33 Large leaky woody dams

For further information on Natural flood management items RP32: Small leaky woody dams and RP33: Large leaky woody dams, go to the  Grant finder .

RP32: Small leaky wooden dam. Indicative design for 1 to 3 metres wide, leaky woody dam.

RP33: Large leaky wooden dam. Indicative design for 3 to 5 metres wide, leaky woody dam.

Annex 1: Terms and Conditions

See the  CS  Terms and Conditions 2024 .

Annex 2: Choose capital items to help improve water and air quality, and reduce flood risk

Choosing the right capital items can help reduce the amount of water pollutant and ammonia released from your farm and reduce flood risk.

Table 2 lists the capital items to help you with this.

How to choose capital items

• Use the  statements of priorities  to find the water and air objectives for your local area. If your application meets these objectives, you’ll get a higher score.
• Use the  Grant finder  to help you identify the types of capital items you can use to address water and air priorities in the local area.
• Use the  MAGIC map application  to find water, and air priority information for your land. In the Table of Contents, choose ‘Countryside Stewardship Targeting & Scoring Layers’, then ‘Water’, and then ‘Countryside Stewardship Priority Areas’. You can then make this layer transparent by using the slider under ‘Countryside Stewardship Targeting & Scoring Layers’. You will need to navigate to your land and then use the ‘Identify’ tool in the top toolbar to check the information specific to your land parcels.

When to contact CSF

Some capital items are only available with the support and approval from CSF. If you do not get approval,  RPA  will remove them from your application. These items are listed in table 1.

You will need to show:

• how pollutants are reaching a watercourse or underground aquifer
• where ammonia emissions are coming from
• how the proposed activity will prevent air or water pollution and how it helps to reduce flood risk while also including a suitable range of capital items

CSF will focus support and approval at farms where the largest improvements in water and air quality and reduction in flood risk are likely to be achieved. The effects of a water pollutant, flood risk or ammonia on a sensitive protected site will be considered as part of this.

In some cases, work may be needed over several years, which means you may need to submit an equivalent number of applications. You will need to agree with CSF how this work is phased.

You may also need to think about other areas of the farm to make sure that you are dealing with the pollutant(s). For example, if your work is aimed at reducing sediment, you may need to think about reducing run off from fields. You may be able to do this by  getting advice from CSF  

Table 1: Items requiring CSF approval

Table 2: Capital items that address pollutant pressures affecting water and air quality and for flood and coastal risk

Annex 3: Contact details

Contact rural payments agency ( rpa ).

You can contact  RPA  by email, phone or post.

Rural Payments Agency PO Box 324 Worksop S95 1DF

Email:  [email protected]

Telephone: 03000 200 301 Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, except bank holidays Find out about call charges

For Higher Tier only: To request pre-populated applications forms:

• use the  Rural Payments service
• email or call us

Please quote your single business identifier ( SBI ) and agreement number in all enquiries.

Contact Natural England

You can contact Natural England by email, phone or post.

Natural England County Hall Spetchley Road Worcester WR5 2NP

Email:  [email protected]

Telephone: 0300 060 3900 March to September: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm, except bank holidays October to February: Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm, except bank holidays Find out about call charges

Contact other organisations

You may also need to:

• contact the Forestry Commission
• contact Historic England
• contact Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF)

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