of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of NIGMS. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html. Renewals: None. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no 444 statutory formula or matching requirements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: NRSA fellowships are for at least 1 year, with additional support (up to 4 more years) depending on the recommendations of the scientific review group, the length of time the fellow has been in the laboratory, successful annual performance, and availability of funds. New awards made under the Bridges Program may receive up to 2 years of support, and renewal applications may request 3 to 5 years of support. Technical assistance workshop awards will generally be made for 12 months, but may be made for shorter or longer periods depending on the nature of and need for the workshop. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Annual progress reports are due 2 months prior to the start date of the budget period and financial status reports for continuing projects are due 90 days from the budget period end date. A final performance report and financial status report are due 90 days from the end of the project period. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-
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