Activity Codes

NIH uses three-character activity codes to differentiate the wide variety of research-related programs NIH supports. The first character typically identifies the major funding category or program type. For example, activity codes for research and development often start with "R," training with "T," fellowship with "F," and career development with "K." Each institute and center (IC) participates in a subset of activity codes. Although each activity code has a broadly defined purpose, there may be differences in their use from one IC to another. Applicants should always refer to the funding opportunity for the specific requirements and details of an initiative.

Activity Code ▼ Funding Category Title Description
U60 Cooperative Agreements in Occupational Safety and Health Research, Demonstrations, Evaluation and Education Research, Demonstrations, Evaluation and Education In cooperation with universities or other eligible recipients, to investigate the underlying characteristics and causes of occupational safety and health problems; to eliminate or control factors in the work environment which are harmful to the health and/or safety of workers, or to demonstrate effective solutions for occupational safety and health problems.

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