NIOSH Robotics and Intelligent Mining Technology and Workplace Safety Research (U60)
NIOSH Robotics and Intelligent Mining Technology and Workplace Safety Research (U60) is offered by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA. Max award: $2,000,000. This is a forecast; the deadline is not set yet.
| Opportunity number | RFA-OH-27-044 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA |
| Status | Forecasted |
| Posted | Jul 22, 2026 |
| Closes | Not set |
| Award ceiling | $2,000,000 |
| Award floor | Not specified |
| Total program funding | $10,000,000 |
| Expected awards | 2 |
| Who can apply | Special district governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, City or township governments, Small businesses, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility", Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, County governments, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), For profit organizations other than small businesses, Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, State governments, Private institutions of higher education, Independent school districts, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Category | Health |
Summary (excerpt)
Purpose This NOFO supports applied research to advance automation, robotics, and intelligent mining systems that improve safety and health in U.S. mining operations. Projects should deliver field-ready solutions that strengthen communication, self-escape, refuge performance, and overall safety through modern autonomy, sensing, and decision-support technologies. Background Mining remains hazardous. In 2025, MSHA recorded 33 fatalities, including p…
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