This funding opportunity supports academic and research institutions in acquiring modern scientific equipment to enhance and modernize research-supporting operations in shared biomedical research facilities, including laboratory cores and animal research facilities. The goal is to strengthen auxiliary research activities and improve operational efficiency. The funding excludes scientific research instruments and building infrastructure components. Clinical trials are not allowed under this opportunity.
Eligible applicants include a wide range of nonprofit, academic, government, tribal, and small business organizations, excluding non-domestic entities and foreign components. Applicants must be U.S.-based institutions or organizations meeting specified criteria.
