The USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (EHP) outlines its research priorities for FY2026, emphasizing the mission of the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) to enhance public safety and resilience against earthquakes. The document details ten research areas, split between five regional and five topical categories, focusing on understanding seismic hazards and improving response strategies. Key priorities include data collection, refinement of the National Seismic Hazard Model, and proposals that demonstrate collaboration with end-users to enhance product effectiveness. Specific regional interests range from hazard assessments in the Central and Eastern U.S. to innovative studies in Earthquake Early Warning systems and Earthquake Rupture Forecasts. The EHP encourages proposals that leverage existing research, assess user needs, and advance public engagement in earthquake risk reduction, ultimately aimed at improving preparedness and response capabilities. The call for proposals aims to foster interdisciplinary research and partnerships to address gaps in knowledge about seismic activities, their impacts, and the development of actionable insights for various stakeholders in the context of reducing earthquake risks nationwide.

The USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (EHP) outlines its research priorities for FY2026, emphasizing the mission of the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) to enhance public safety and resilience against earthquakes. The document details ten research areas, split between five regional and five topical categories, focusing on understanding seismic hazards and improving response strategies. Key priorities include data collection, refinement of the National Seismic Hazard Model, and proposals that demonstrate collaboration with end-users to enhance product effectiveness. Specific regional interests range from hazard assessments in the Central and Eastern U.S. to innovative studies in Earthquake Early Warning systems and Earthquake Rupture Forecasts. The EHP encourages proposals that leverage existing research, assess user needs, and advance public engagement in earthquake risk reduction, ultimately aimed at improving preparedness and response capabilities. The call for proposals aims to foster interdisciplinary research and partnerships to address gaps in knowledge about seismic activities, their impacts, and the development of actionable insights for various stakeholders in the context of reducing earthquake risks nationwide.