Informing global polio eradication efforts through innovative modeling approaches
🏛 Centers for Disease Control-GHC (HHS-CDC-GHC)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on polio eradication and disease modeling. Eligible applicants typically include universities, research institutions, and nonprofit organizations with capacity in statistical and mathematical modeling. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in epidemiological modeling, surveillance systems, or public health workforce development. The grant supports cVDPV2 outbreak response modeling, post-eradication surveillance planning, and workforce capacity building for modelers in polio and vaccine-preventable diseases.
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Key dates
- Aug 31, 2026 Applications open
- Feb 12, 2027 Application deadline in 160 days
- Aug 1, 2027 Award announced
- Sep 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
This NOFO will provide critical disease modeling to inform decision making on the development of strategies for cVDPV2 outbreak response, optimal surveillance upon global WPV eradication, and surveillance to detect containment breaches. It will also build capacity for a diverse public health workforce of statistical and mathematical modelers. Additionally, models will assess economic implications of outbreak response and surveillance strategies, while developing workforce capacity for students in statistical and mathematical modeling for polio and other VPDs.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capability Statement
- Curriculum vitae of key personnel
- Letters of commitment from partners
Program contact
- 👤 Julie Jenks
- 📧 JJenks@cdc.gov
- 📞 404-718-2794
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.185 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$154,428,321
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$80,092,486
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$64,747,772
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$50,850,901
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$41,180,932
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$29,692,071
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$26,537,812
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$22,403,996
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$21,881,310
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$19,222,040
Top States by Funding
- NY 3 awards $202.8M
- GA 2 awards $99.3M
- DC 3 awards $70.3M
- CA 1 awards $64.7M
- TX 1 awards $50.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.185). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $125,888,137 | |
| 2025 | $97,853,899 | |
| 2026 est. | $51,929,831 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Universities, research institutions, and nonprofits with statistical or mathematical modeling expertise. International organizations and organizations from endemic countries may be eligible given the global polio focus.
What activities does this grant support?
Disease modeling for outbreak response, surveillance planning, economic impact analysis, and training programs for mathematical modelers. Workforce capacity building for students is a key component.
Is there a deadline?
Yes, the fixed deadline is February 12, 2027. Check CDC-GHC's grants portal for submission instructions and any pre-announcement timelines.
What should I budget for?
The total funding pool is $2 million for this notice. Typical awards vary; budget for personnel, modeling software, data access, and training program costs.
Do I need cost sharing?
No cost sharing is required for this cooperative agreement.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your team's statistical and mathematical modeling expertise, including publications and prior polio or disease modeling work.
- Connect your models directly to CDC decision-making needs: outbreak response, surveillance strategies, and containment breach detection.
- Include a workforce development plan showing how you'll train students and build modeling capacity in endemic countries.
- Align budget with modeling activities: software licenses, personnel time, data access, and training infrastructure.
- Address both technical innovation in modeling methods and practical application to active polio eradication priorities.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak modeling expertise: Submitting without demonstrated track record in epidemiological or statistical modeling. Vague impact: Failing to explain how your models will directly inform CDC polio eradication decisions. Missing workforce plan: Not detailing how you'll develop the public health workforce in modeling skills.
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