Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)

<p>The goal of this NOFO is to fund veterinary diagnostic laboratories in the Vet-LIRN network for grants associated with projects and equipment. Specific objectives include:</p><p>1. Supporting the development, adaptation, or verification/validation of new methods associated with animal food issues or antimicrobial resistance.</p><p>2. Short-term surveillance or monitoring efforts aligned with the CVM mission.</p><p>3. Supporting equipment for testing or developing tests associated with animal food-related issues or antimicrobial resistance, including those for emerging technologies.</p><p>4. Developing projects related to antimicrobial stewardship, in alignment with CVM's key initiatives in this area.</p><p>5. Contributing as part of Vet-LIRN's AMR monitoring program, including sequencing isolates.</p><p>6. Supporting work associated with One Health, including emerging diseases such as COVID-19, when funding is available.</p>