DHS Scientific Leadership Awards for Minority Serving Institutions Granting Bachelor Degrees

Applications are due June 7, 2010.

The Department of Homeland Security's (DHS), Science and Technology (S&T), Scientific Leadership Awards (SLA) support the development of a coordinated program of education in Homeland Security-related Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (HS-STEM) to prepare students for careers in research and development of the technology needed to secure our nation. Moreover, DHS strongly supports the development of a workforce that reflects the population of the United States of America. The DHS, S&T Directorate, Office of University Programs solicits applications from eligible Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) granting bachelor degrees to support early-career faculty and to establish homeland security-related scientific leadership programs in areas critical to homeland security. The distinct subject matter of this funding opportunity necessitates a thorough review of the official program guidance referenced at the URL provided in the contact section of this summary.

History of Funds:

None is available.

Average Award:

Varies

Name: Janet Bailey

Department: Grants Specialist

Email: janet.bailey@hq.dhs.gov