Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for a partner affiliated with the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to conduct research aimed at optimizing the monitoring of invasive aquatic species in the Mississippi River Basin. The project seeks to develop frameworks that integrate monitoring data with economic and ecological assessments to enhance the effectiveness of management actions against invasive species, thereby maximizing the return on investment in monitoring efforts. This initiative is crucial for natural resource managers to efficiently address the challenges posed by invasive species and their economic impacts. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically by February 15, 2026, with a funding ceiling of $48,500 and a minimum award amount of $1. For further inquiries, contact Katie Calder at kcalder@usgs.gov.
Eligible Applicants
This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESUs are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Great Rivers Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program.