Engineering of Biomedical Systems
Highlights
You have a unique chance to secure funding for transformative research that merges engineering with life sciences. This program offers grants to address pressing biomedical challenges, making it easier for you to explore innovative solutions without the burden of strict repayment rules. The money can be used for essential expenses, such as hiring staff, purchasing equipment, or conducting studies that could lead to ground-breaking advancements in healthcare delivery and disease treatment.
With the potential to receive support for up to three years, you’ll have the flexibility to focus on your research goals. No limits on company revenue or employee count mean that businesses of all sizes can benefit from this program. By participating, you can make a significant impact on biomedical sciences, positioning your company as a leader in this evolving field.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
This program provides grant funding, which means you won’t need to pay it back. It's designed to support innovative projects in biomedical engineering and life sciences.
Eligible Expenses:
You can use the funds for:
- Research and development of biomedical systems
- Innovative technologies that integrate living and non-living components
- Advanced biomanufacturing processes
Ineligible Expenses:
Funds cannot be used for:
- Drug design and delivery
- Research focused solely on the development of devices without a biological component
- Basic clinical trials (though feasibility studies involving human volunteers may be supported)
Program Fees:
There are no application fees associated with this program. However, if you plan on submitting a proposal, it's advisable to consult with the program director for guidance. They can help ensure your proposal aligns well with the program's focus.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Available to businesses across the country.
- Open to all sectors.
- No minimum or maximum employee requirement.
- No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
- All legal structures are applicable.
- All profit structures are applicable.
Disqualifications:
- Proposals with a central theme of drug design and delivery.
- Proposals for biomedical devices that do not include a living biological component.
- Proposals focused on the development of animal models of disease.
- Proposals not complying with the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG).
Description
The program offers funding opportunities for transformative research that blends engineering and life sciences. You can secure grants to explore innovative solutions to biomedical challenges. This funding can support a range of projects, from developing new models to improve disease understanding, to creating systems that integrate living and non-living components for future medical applications.
The money you receive can be used for various research expenses including hiring staff, purchasing equipment, or conducting studies that advance both engineering and biomedical sciences. There are no strict rules on company revenue or employee count, making this funding accessible for all business types. The program promotes long-term benefits, helping to improve healthcare delivery and disease treatment through innovative research.
While there is no fixed repayment requirement, projects can typically receive support for up to three years, allowing you to dedicate time and resources towards your research goals. With a focus on both immediate and long-term outcomes, this program is an excellent opportunity for your business to make a meaningful impact in biomedical engineering.
Program Steps
Gather Your Ideas
Identify the specific research project you want to propose. Make sure it aligns with the program's focus on biomedical challenges.Prepare the Appropriate Documentation
Compile the necessary documents needed for your application. This typically includes:- A detailed project proposal
- A budget outline
- Curriculum vitae of key team members
- Letters of support from relevant stakeholders
- Any previous research outcomes or relevant publications
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form available on the program's website. Ensure that all information is accurate and complete.Submit Your Application
Send your completed application and documentation through the specified submission method outlined on the program's website.Follow Up
After submission, check the status of your application. Reach out to the program contact for any updates or additional information as needed.Prepare for Review and Interviews
Be ready to present your project if required. This might include preparing for a review panel or an interview with program officials.