The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program
ID: 356584Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Geological Survey (DOI-USGS1)

Award Range

$0 - $150K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Geological Survey is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program" aimed at enhancing the training of future geologic mappers. This initiative, known as EDMAP, provides funding for undergraduate and graduate student research projects that focus on the creation of geologic maps, thereby expanding the educational capacity of U.S. universities with geoscience programs. With an award ceiling of $150,000 and a requirement for cost-sharing, the program has already supported over 1,500 students from more than 177 universities since its inception. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically by 5:00 p.m. ET on January 14, 2025, and can reach out to Amber Brazil at abrazil@usgs.gov for further information.

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