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NIJ FY 2026 Invited to Apply - A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy

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The National Institute of Justice, under the Department of Justice, has issued solicitation O-NIJ-2026-172786 to provide funding for the project titled A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy. This initiative is part of a broader effort to advance basic scientific research and develop highly discriminating, accurate, and cost-effective methods for identifying and interpreting forensic evidence to support the criminal justice system. This invited to apply opportunity was posted on September 30, 2026, with a response deadline of October 7, 2026. The project specifically focuses on utilizing vibrational spectroscopy to improve the detection of gunshot residue, aiming to enhance the reliability and speed of forensic analysis. Interested parties can find further details through the provided grants.gov link or by contacting the National Institute of Justice.

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NIJ funding for vibrational spectroscopy research to improve gunshot residue detection methods.

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Department Of Justice → National Institute Of Justice

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541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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AgencyDepartment Of Justice → National Institute Of Justice
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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Justice → National Institute Of Justice
Office AddressUSA
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National Institute of Justice
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This opportunity seeks to direct the findings of basic scientific research; foster research and development in broader scientific fields applicable to forensic science; and support ongoing forensic science research toward the development of highly discriminating, accurate, reliable, cost-effective, and rapid methods for the identification, analysis, and interpretation of forensic evidence for criminal justice purposes. Toward that end, it aims to complete funding for the project “A Universal Method for the Detection of Gunshot Residue using Vibrational Spectroscopy” (15PNIJ-24-GG-03857-NIJB).

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