Code of Federal Regulations Title 7. Agriculture § 7.3415.15 Evaluation factors

(1) Conceptual adequacy of hypothesis;

(2) Clarity and delineation of objectives;

(3) Adequacy of the description of the undertaking and suitability and feasibility of methodology;

(4) Demonstration of feasibility through preliminary data;

(5) Probability of success of project;

(6) Novelty, uniqueness and originality;  and

(7) Appropriateness to regulation of biotechnology and risk assessment.

(1) Training and demonstrated awareness of previous and alternative approaches to the problem identified in the proposal, and performance record and/or potential for future accomplishments;

(2) Time allocated for systematic attainment of objectives;

(3) Institutional experience and competence in subject area;  and

(4) Adequacy of available or obtainable support personnel, facilities, and instrumentation.

(1) Scientific contribution of research in leading to important discoveries or significant breakthroughs in announced program areas;  and

(2) Relevance of the risk assessment research to agriculture and environmental regulations.