This grant is for projects that aim to prevent the misuse of AI models in chemical and biological fields. The goal is to develop safeguards against these risks. The grant is open to various organizations, including non-profits, educational institutions, and for-profits, and offers funding up to $4 million.
Who it's for: This grant is for domestic non-profit and non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations that can propose projects to help prevent the misuse of AI in chemical and biological fields.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals exceeding $4,000,000
- Proposals not addressing key objectives
- Ineligible organization types
- Lack of collaboration details if applicable
- Incomplete application
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational information
- Proof of eligibility
- Collaboration details if applicable
- Past performance references
- Letters of support
- Project timeline
- Risk assessment plan
Cautions
- Ensure proposal aligns with key objectives
- Do not exceed funding limit
- Include collaboration details if applicable
- Meet application deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include domestic non-profit and non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations. Additionally, other Native American tribal organizations are eligible to apply.
Overview
This grant is for domestic non-profit and non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations that can propose projects to help prevent the misuse of AI in chemical and biological fields.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals exceeding $4,000,000
- Proposals not addressing key objectives
- Ineligible organization types
- Lack of collaboration details if applicable
- Incomplete application
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement safeguards against the misuse of AI models in the chemical and biological fields. This includes research, development, and collaboration efforts.
Total Program Funding
$4,000,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 21, 2026(38 days)
Application Checklist
- Review key objectives in Section II of NOFO
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational and eligibility documents
- Include collaboration details if applicable
- Compile past performance references
- Obtain letters of support
- Create a project timeline
- Conduct a risk assessment