With this solicitation, NIJ seeks applications for investigator-initiated research and evaluation projects to improve understanding, prevention and deterrence of firearms violence in general and public mass shooting incidents in particular. This solicitation aims to strengthen the knowledge base and improve public safety by producing findings with practical implications. This solicitation is focused specifically on producing research related to intentional, interpersonal firearms violence.
Awards
Number of Awards: 4
Total Amount Awarded: $2,011,251
A Comprehensive Assessment of Deadly Mass Shootings, 1980-2018
Firearm Purchase Behavior and Subsequent Adverse Events
Mass Shooter Database
The Nature, Trends, Correlates and Prevention of Mass Public Shootings in America, 1976-2018
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