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HBCU Research Center of Excellence Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R). This program funds Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to conduct research projects on topics of strategic interest to HUD, focused on housing, community, and economic development in underserved communities.
While primarily research-focused, it could potentially involve facility improvements related to the research centers.
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HBCU Research Center of Excellence Program is funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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