Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for a partner affiliated with the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to conduct research on the spatial ecology of large marine vertebrates in the Gulf of America. The objective is to identify past and current distributions of imperiled and commercially valuable species, requiring collaboration to organize and standardize existing datasets for comprehensive Gulf-wide assessments. This research is crucial for informing management and restoration decisions related to catch limits and habitat improvements. The total funding available for this opportunity is $400,000, with applications due by August 10, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Rachel Miller at rachelmiller@usgs.gov for further information.
Eligible Applicants
This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESUs are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Gulf Coast CESU Program.