NOAA RESTORE Science Program FFO-2025: Long-term Trends
ID: 353201Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOC NOAA - ERA Production (DOC-DOCNOAAERA)

Award Range

$1M - $4M

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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353201
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting proposals for the RESTORE Science Program, focusing on long-term trends in the Gulf of Mexico's natural resources. This initiative aims to fund collaborative research projects that identify, track, and predict trends and variability in these resources, emphasizing partnerships among researchers, resource managers, and stakeholders. Approximately $17.5 million is available to support about six projects, with individual awards ranging from $1 million to $4 million over five years. Interested applicants must submit a Letter of Intent by May 23, 2024, and full proposals by August 22, 2024. For further details, contact Caitlin Young at caitlin.young@noaa.gov or 631-415-7095.

    Point(s) of Contact
    caitlin.young@noaa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NOAA-NOS-RESTORE-2025-26020.pdf
    The NOAA RESTORE Science Program is seeking proposals for five-year projects focused on understanding and predicting trends in the Gulf of Mexico's natural resources, along with the associated abiotic and biotic factors. Approximately $17.5 million will be allocated to fund about six projects, with individual awards ranging from $1 million to $4 million. The initiative aims for collaborative research between scientists, resource managers, and stakeholders to enhance natural resource management and restoration efforts, encouraged by the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent by May 23, 2024, with full proposals due by August 22, 2024. The selected projects should incorporate long-term, integrated approaches, address specific areas of emphasis—climate change, water quality, and fishery resources—and demonstrate a strategic ten-year plan. Teams should include both research and management expertise to ensure the applicability of findings. The document highlights the importance of leveraging existing data, engaging with local stakeholders, and plans for results dissemination. Additionally, applicants must comply with eligibility criteria, including appropriate registrations and funding restrictions unique to the RESTORE Act. This funding opportunity underscores NOAA’s commitment to sustainable ecosystem management in the Gulf region.
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