NIDRR Field Initiated Projects

Agency: NIDRR
Deadline: March 5, 2012


Summary:

The purpose of the Field Initiated (FI) Projects program is to develop methods, 

procedures, and rehabilitation technology that maximize the full inclusion and 

integration into society, employment, independent living, family support, and 

economic and social self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities, especially 

individuals with the most severe disabilities. Another purpose of the FI Projects 

program is to improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the 

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

NIDRR makes two types of awards under the FI Projects program: Research 
Grants (CFDA 84.133G-1) and Development Grants (CFDA 84.133G-2).

In carrying out a research activity under an FI Project Research Grant, a 
grantee must identify one or more hypotheses or research questions and, 
based on the hypotheses or research questions identified, perform an intensive, 
systematic study directed toward producing (1) newscientific knowledge, or 
(2) better understanding of the subject, problem studied, or body of knowledge.

In carrying out a development activity under an FI Project Development Grant, 
a grantee must use knowledge and understanding gained from research to create 
materials, devices, systems, or methods, including designing and developing 
prototypes and processes, that are beneficial to the target population. 
``Target population'' means the group of individuals, organizations, or other entities 
expected to be affected by the project. There may be more thanone target population 
because a project may affect those who receive services, provide services, or 
administer services.

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