Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with Pacific Northwest Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is providing a funding opportunity through a Cooperative Agreement with the Pacific Northwest Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) for research focused on understanding the impact of tire-derived chemicals, specifically N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N'-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD)-quinone, on salmon health in stormwater runoff. The study aims to investigate the hazard relationships of these chemicals and their potential synergistic effects, particularly their influence on survival and sublethal swim performance in coho salmon, linked to Urban Runoff Mortality Syndrome. A total of $228,000 is allocated for FY 2025, with eligibility restricted to partners within the CESU program. Proposals must include a comprehensive project description, objectives aligned with USGS goals, methodology, a data management plan, and a detailed budget. The application process is conducted electronically via grants.gov, with required progress reports and final technical reports assessing project outcomes and compliance. Overall, this funding initiative underscores the importance of research into environmental contaminants and their implications for aquatic ecosystems, advancing both scientific knowledge and practical conservation efforts.

The document provides guidelines for submitting the Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form, essential for federally funded research projects. It outlines the requirement for individuals listed as senior/key personnel to disclose any current or pending research support, including consulting activities and potential conflicts of interest. The submission aims to evaluate a researcher’s capacity to deliver on project commitments and identify any overlaps in funding or scope with existing projects. Disclosure of foreign government-sponsored support is mandatory, in compliance with NSPM-33 regulations. The form captures essential details about each proposal and active project, including title, status, funding source, performance location, timeframe, budget, and objectives, as well as in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of accuracy and completeness, with certifications against participation in malign foreign talent programs. The guidelines stress the need for privacy, prohibiting personal information submission, and outline the consequences of misrepresentation. This structured process aims to ensure transparency and integrity in federal grant management and research efforts involving federal funding.

The document provides guidelines for submitting the Current and Pending (Other) Support Common Form, essential for federally funded research projects. It outlines the requirement for individuals listed as senior/key personnel to disclose any current or pending research support, including consulting activities and potential conflicts of interest. The submission aims to evaluate a researcher’s capacity to deliver on project commitments and identify any overlaps in funding or scope with existing projects. Disclosure of foreign government-sponsored support is mandatory, in compliance with NSPM-33 regulations. The form captures essential details about each proposal and active project, including title, status, funding source, performance location, timeframe, budget, and objectives, as well as in-kind contributions valued at $5,000 or more. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of accuracy and completeness, with certifications against participation in malign foreign talent programs. The guidelines stress the need for privacy, prohibiting personal information submission, and outline the consequences of misrepresentation. This structured process aims to ensure transparency and integrity in federal grant management and research efforts involving federal funding.

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