Funding-USDA- Women
and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields
Program (WAMS); April 7, 2016
Agency
Department
of Agriculture
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Description
This
program supports research and extension projects that have robust
collaborations to increase the participation of women and underrepresented
minorities from rural areas in science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics fields that are relevant to USDA priorities identified by the
Secretary: (i) Promotion of a safe, sufficient, and nutritious food supply for
all Americans and for people around the world; (ii) Sustainable agricultural
policies that foster economic viability for small and mid-sized farms and rural
businesses, protect natural resources, and promote value-added agriculture;
(iii) national leadership in climate change mitigation and adaptation; (iv)
Building a modern workplace with a modern workforce; and (v) Support for 21st
century rural communities.
Announcement
Number:
USDA-NIFA-WAMS-005736
Closing
Date:
Apr
07, 2016
Link
to Full Announcement
http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=282006
Contact
Information
Saleia Afele-Faamuli
(202)
720-0384