NIOSH Centers of Excellence for Total Worker Health® (U19)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA
PURPOSE NIOSH intends to support the Centers of Excellence in Total Worker Health® (TWH). These Centers will conduct rigorous research and translation activities to prevent harmful exposures, improve working conditions, and advance worker well-being. The Centers will develop practical, scalable solutions for employers and workers. All projects must use the NIOSH Worker Well-Being Questionnaire (WellBQ) and share data with the HERO Worker Well-Being Clearinghouse. Large Research Projects require economic evaluation. PRIORITY AREAS • High-risk occupations: First responders, vehicle mechanics, and technicians, with emphasis on occupational exposures, related health risks, and prevention strategies • Young workers, SMEs • Chronic disease • Mental health, stress • Substance use disorder • Artificial intelligence (AI), digital technologies This is a multi-component NOFO. COMPONENT STRUCTURE Percentages indicate maximum share of total budget. Overall Component (Required) Provides Center leadership and integration. Applicants should show strong coordination, scientific direction, and alignment across projects. Administration, Evaluation, and Emerging Issues Core (Required; up to 15%) Suppo Awards range from $500,000 to $1,400,000.
Deadline
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Who can apply
Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the HHS Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.
Sources
Grants.gov. Last updated 2026-10-26.
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