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Find similar grantsArea Development Program - Critical Infrastructure (Water/Wastewater Systems) is sponsored by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). ARC's Area Development program invests in critical infrastructure, including water and wastewater systems, to support economic development in the Appalachian Region.
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Area Development Program - Appalachian Regional Commission ARC’s Area Development program relies on a flexible “bottom up” approach to economic development, empowering Appalachian communities to work with their state governments to design impactful investment opportunities supporting our mission and investment priorities .
All ARC Area Development grant proposals originate at the state level in consultation with the ARC state program manager . Managing Construction Projects ARC’s investments in roads, buildings, water systems, broadband networks and other brick-and-mortar projects are administered by a designated Basic Agency, a federal or state public agency experienced at managing federal construction grants.
Basic Agencies oversee environmental reviews, construction progress, grant payments and reimbursements, and all federal, state and local compliance issues. ARC’s Basic Agency Partners Managing Non-Construction Projects ARC’s non-construction investments in workforce training, food systems, asset development and other human capital initiatives are mostly managed directly by ARC staff.
Successful grant applications will be assigned to an appropriate ARC subject matter expert who will monitor progress and facilitate payments. Access to Capital Projects Access to Capital projects help local organizations deploy capital investment and financing for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines.
Broadband projects help address unmet needs and create connections to help Appalachian communities thrive. Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines. Local Access Road Projects Local Access Road projects offer flexible funding to connect communities to regional transportation networks.
Projects have unique application requirements and operating guidelines. If you’re interested in applying for an Area Development grant, check out these resources. If you’ve already received an Area Development award, use these resources to manage your grant.
ARC’s Investment Priorities for Appalachia State Plans and Strategies Match Requirements for ARC Grants
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Community-based organizations, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, Local Development Districts (LDDs), local governments, and state governments in the Appalachian Region. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Area Development Program - Critical Infrastructure (Water/Wastewater Systems) is funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Merck Stimulating Innovative Research Grant Program 2026 includes a dedicated grant topic for artificial intelligence in cell culture media and process development, offering up to EUR 150,000 per year for up to 3 years. The program accelerates innovation through collaborative research, early engagement with industry experts, and translation of novel ideas into practical solutions. In 2026, priority areas also include in-vitro models for neuroinflammatory diseases (EUR 250,000/year for 2 years) and innovative approaches to contaminated materials remediation (EUR 150,000/year for 2 years). The two-stage application process begins with non-confidential submissions, followed by deep-dive workshops where finalists collaborate with Merck scientists and managers to jointly optimize proposals. The AI-specific grant focuses on applying machine learning and AI to optimize cell culture media formulation, bioprocess parameter optimization, and manufacturing quality control.
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research Program (DMDRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) promotes new ideas that are still in the early stages of development and have the potential to yield impactful data and new avenues of investigation. This award supports impactful, high-risk/high-reward research that could lead to critical discoveries or major advancements that will accelerate progress in improving outcomes for individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in the near term. Applications should include a well-formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale. The DMDRP strongly encourages research projects investigating therapies designed to demonstrate efficacy cross the life span, including infants, toddlers and nonambulatory individuals.Distinctive Features: The FY26 DMDRP IDA mechanism offers three eligibility career categories:• The Established Investigator category is for independent investigators at all academic levels, or equivalent• The New Investigator – Early-Stage category is for independent investigators early in their careers (i.e., within 10 years of their first faculty appointment or equivalent). Applicants in this category will be reviewed separately from Established Investigators.• The New Investigator – Transitioning category is for independent investigators at all academic levels, or equivalent, in an area other than muscular dystrophy who are seeking to transition to a career in DMD, thereby bringing their expertise to the field. Applicants in this category will be reviewed separately from Established Investigators.Preliminary data relevant to DMD that supports the feasibility of the research hypotheses and research approaches are required for all applications. Clinical trials or clinical trial aims are not allowed. Funding Opportunity Number: HT942526DMDRPIDA. Assistance Listing: 12.420. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ST. Award Amount: $2.5M total program funding.
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