Navy Solicitations – November 2010

R&D of Environmental and Sensor Tecnologies for the Detection and Classification of Unexploded Ordnance; R&D of the Detection of Gases and Biological Materials - The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to solicit proposals in support of research and development of environmental and sensor technologies for the detection and classification of unexploded ordnance and in support of research and development of the detection of gases and biological materials.  A competitive level-of-effort contract is anticipated. NRL requires (1) R&D support for the technical assessment and demonstration of unexploded ordnance detection and classification systems, and (2) R&D support for sensor development and testing. A detailed Statement of Work will be included in the Solicitation. Read more

HRSA Solicitations – November 2010

Emergency Medical Services for Children National Resource Center – The Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) award program is administered by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB).  This Federal initiative evolved out of a growing recognition that children have unique needs in emergency situations — needs that often vary from those of adults due to physiological, developmental and psychological differences.  The goal of the EMSC program is to reduce child and youth mortality and morbidity sustained as a result of severe illness or trauma.  The EMSC program does not intend to promote the development of a separate EMS system for children, but rather to enhance the pediatric capability of EMS systems originally designed primarily for adults.  Total Funding: $1.86M.  Eligibility: Accredited Schools of Medicine.  Application Deadline: January 14, 2011. Read more

NIH Solicitations – November 2010

Women and Sex/Gender Differences in Drug and Alcohol Abuse/Dependence (R01) – The purpose of this FOA issued by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) is to advance research on male-females differences in drug and alcohol abuse and addiction and on factors specific to women.  Both human and animal model studies are sought.  Areas of research interest include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) Etiology and Mechanisms of Drug Abuse – Study sex/gender differences in the basic behavioral and biological mechanisms underlying drug abuse and dependence across the lifespan; and conduct laboratory, epidemiological, and clinical studies of male-female differences in the determinants of initiation, progression, and maintenance of drug use and dependence; Read more

DARPA Solicitations – November 2010

Controlling Cellular Machinery – Diagnostics and Therapeutics – DARPA is soliciting research proposals for the development of synthetic regulatory genetic elements that can be used in mammalian cells. The proposed research should comprise approaches that enable fundamental advances to the development and broad application of synthetic regulatory elements for in vivo biomedical applications to detect, treat, or prevent disease. Technical challenges that need to be addressed include, but are not limited to, discovery, characterization, evolution or design, and demonstration of orthogonal and modular genetic regulatory elements; construct stability and function in the cell; and synthesis, amplification, and delivery of novel circuits in mammalian cells. The designed modules must limit specific interactions with the cellular metabolism or milieu to the desired performance characteristics and demonstrate maintenance of independent function without interference long enough to achieve the intended clinical effect. Read more

CDC Solicitations – November 2010

Maternal Vitamin D Status and Preterm Birth – This FOA will enable CDC to fund public health partners to conduct research that has the potential to have a significant impact on disparities in preterm birth and to reduce the overall health burden associated with this condition.  Research will focus on improving the scientific understanding of the relationship between maternal vitamin D status and preterm birth among racially and ethnically diverse women.  Results can inform the development of interventions, which could lead to the prevention of large numbers of preterm births and thereby decrease the nation’s infant mortality rate.   Total Funding: $1.3M. Read more

EPA Solicitations – November 2010

Developing the Next Generation of Air Quality Measurement Technology – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of its Science to Achieve Results (STAR) program, is seeking applications proposing to develop and demonstrate air quality measurement technology. EPA is interested in projects that will improve air pollution measurement technologies to address emerging air pollution issues and improve the spatial and temporal coverage of air pollution measurement data.  In addition to regular awards, this solicitation includes the opportunity for early career projects.  Total Funding: $3M.  Eligibility: Public nonprofit institutions/organizations (includes public institutions of higher education and hospitals) and private nonprofit institutions/organizations (includes private institutions of higher education and hospitals) located in the U.S.  Closing Date: February 22, 2011.
Posted Date: November 22, 2010

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Celebrating National Entrepreneurship Week

(DOE, November 17, 2010) – Entrepreneurs have rightfully received a lot of praise these days. As innovators, creators, and investors in our economy, entrepreneurs have embodied the American dream in many ways.  This week the Obama Administration is celebrating National Entrepreneurship Week, reminding our Nation that we are committed to supporting the entrepreneurs and small business owners who are building businesses, creating jobs here at home, and powering up our economy. Here at the Department of Energy, our Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is committed to helping those who have invested in our economy. Our office is gearing up for our 12th Annual Small Business Conference & Expo, sponsoring Business Opportunity Sessions (BOS) for certain types of acquisitions, and ensuring that entrepreneurs we work with every day know the resources they need to work with the federal government.  Click here to read more…

Government Funding: A Post Election Prediction

Written By Dan Coughlin, Program Manager- ITECS Innovative Consulting

Following the November elections, a number of questions remain regarding Federal and State budgets.  The pressure will be on to reduce spending wherever possible, and the debate over taxes has already begun.  How will this impact public investment in R&D and sustainability?  How will the role of Federal and State governments evolve as Congress and State Legislatures grapple with tough spending decisions?  At the local and national level, there will be increasing competition to retain and create jobs.  The focus will remain on sustainable technologies for existing industries including renewable energy and materials.   Read more

ADA Technologies Awarded $100K Contract to Develop Improved Thermal Interface Materials for Use in Microchips

(Benzinga, November 8, 2010) ADA Technologies, Inc. received a $100,000 contract from the U.S. Air Force for Phase I research into the development of improved thermal interface materials (TIM) for use in microchips.  Thermal management is a limiting factor in further reduction of microchip size, as well as in the design of more complicated circuits for a variety of applications, including solid state tactical lasers, non-lethal denial technologies, and power metal–oxide–semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs).  ADA’s research focuses on developing uniquely treated carbon nanotubes (CNTs) dispersed in a polymer. The research addresses the challenge of interfacial resistance between CNTs and mating surfaces, resulting in higher performing and lower cost TIMs, in comparison to current state-of-the-art.  Click here to read more…

BD Taps Leading Voice in Infection Prevention Community to Advance Efforts to Reduce Healthcare-Associated Infections

(Becton Dickinson, November 16, 2010) BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE:BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that Kathy Warye has joined the Company as Vice President, Infection Prevention.  Prior to joining BD, Ms. Warye served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) for the past six years.  Click here to read more…

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