The U.S. Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for a partner affiliated with the Great Plains Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to conduct research on the spatio-temporal dynamics of the Upper Mississippi River System (UMRS). The objective of this research is to explore the physical-biological relationships within the river's ecosystem, focusing on how various physical properties of the riverscape influence the structure of biological communities, particularly in light of future climate changes. This funding opportunity, which does not require cost sharing, has an award ceiling of $247,403 and a floor of $60,175, with applications due by 5:00 p.m. ET on July 15, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Faith Graves at fgraves@usgs.gov for further information.