National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54)
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NIOSH is encouraging the submission of an application from qualified organizations for a National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation. Applicants are encouraged to propose multidisciplinary approaches and coordination for impactful applied and intervention research, hazard identification, and controls; develop partnerships for implementing prevention and intervention activities; and serve as a leader in research translation and research-to-practice for the protection of construction workers in the U. S. The Center will accomplish these goals by integrating and advancing research, research translation, best practices, policy and guidance, and capacity building. Center work should consider the NIOSH strategic plan and NORA construction research objectives. Center structure should take advantage of diverse scientific resources and focus on national worker safety and health issues. Centers should emphasize the creation and implementation of evidence-based solutions that address important construction industry safety and health problems. Collaborations with other academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and other occupational safety and health-focused groups are expected. Applicants must concisely describe the occupational health burden of important safety and health issues in the construction industry and discuss how focused research and outreach activities will help alleviate the burden and reduce numbers. Applicants should also clearly artic.
The National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) is a NIOSH-funded opportunity designed for qualified organizations seeking to establish a premier research center dedicated to protecting construction workers across the United States. This grant supports the development of multidisciplinary research centers that integrate applied research, hazard identification, intervention strategies, and research translation activities. Applicants should propose innovative approaches to construction safety and health challenges while building partnerships with academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and occupational safety and health groups. The center will advance evidence-based solutions, implement prevention strategies, develop best practices and policy guidance, and build capacity within the construction industry. Organizations applying should clearly articulate the occupational health burden of construction safety issues and demonstrate how focused research and outreach activities will reduce worker injuries and illnesses. This funding is ideal for organizations with strong research infrastructure, diverse scientific resources, and commitment to translating research findings into practical workplace solutions that protect construction workers nationwide.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
December 1, 2026
Award Amount
$3M - $5.8M
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Grant Amount
$3M - $5.8M
Deadline
2026-12-01
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Academic institutions, research organizations, and qualified entities focused on construction worker safety and health research
Eligibility
N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54)?
Eligibility criteria were not specified in the available information. Qualified organizations interested in establishing a construction safety research center are encouraged to apply. For detailed eligibility requirements, applicant organization types, and specific institutional qualifications, please visit the official NIOSH grant website or contact NIOSH directly.
How much funding does National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) provide?
The grant provides between $3,000,000 and $5,750,000 in funding. The specific amount awarded may vary based on the scope of your proposed research center, partnerships, and implementation plans. Consult the official NIOSH announcement for funding details specific to the current funding cycle.
How do I apply for National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54)?
Applications should be submitted according to NIOSH guidelines and deadlines. The next deadline is December 1, 2026. Applicants must provide a comprehensive proposal that includes the occupational health burden of construction safety issues, multidisciplinary research approaches, partnership strategies, research translation plans, and alignment with NIOSH strategic plans and NORA construction research objectives. Visit the official NIOSH grants website for detailed application instructions, required forms, and submission procedures.
What can National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation (U54) funding be used for?
Funding supports the establishment and operation of a National Center focused on applied and intervention research, hazard identification and controls, research translation, best practices development, policy and guidance creation, and capacity building for construction worker safety and health. Activities include developing evidence-based solutions, implementing prevention and intervention strategies, establishing partnerships for research-to-practice translation, and addressing important construction industry safety and health problems identified in the NIOSH strategic plan and NORA construction research objectives.
Last updated: July 5, 2026