Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)
ID: 359813Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Geological Survey (DOI-USGS1)

Award Range

$1 - $203K

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/359813
Timeline
    Description

    The Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for affiliated partners with the Gulf Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to conduct research on husbandry protocol development for mesophotic soft coral holding. The objective of this funding is to explore various understudied soft coral species, focusing on their trophic ecology, reproductive output, juvenile settlement and growth rates, and holobiont microbial communities, particularly in relation to the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. This research is crucial for enhancing restoration efforts in the Gulf of America, as it will inform best practices for ex-situ soft coral propagation and support ongoing ecological studies. Interested applicants must be participating partners of the Gulf Coast CESU Program, with a funding ceiling of $202,643 and a closing date for applications set for July 25, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Sherri Bredesen at sbredesen@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    sbredesen@usgs.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    ATTACHMENT.bin
    The "Biographical Sketch Common Form," effective November 1, 2023, outlines the requirements for submitting biographical sketches by senior/key personnel involved in federally funded research projects. This sketch is essential for evaluating the qualifications of individuals or teams proposing research activities. It emphasizes the disclosure of participation in foreign government-sponsored programs, prohibiting involvement in malign recruitment initiatives, as per NSPM-33 and relevant U.S. law. The document provides a structured format for presenting personal information, professional preparation, appointments, qualifications, and relevant products that demonstrate the individual's capability to conduct the proposed project. Personal details deemed irrelevant, such as home addresses or personal hobbies, must not be included. The summary incorporates certification requirements ensuring the accuracy of the information provided. It also explains that submissions are voluntary, but incomplete details may affect funding chances. Overall, this form is a vital component of the application process for federal grants and RFPs, aiming to uphold transparency and integrity in the proposal evaluation process.
    ATTACHMENT.pdf
    The "Biographical Sketch Common Form," effective November 1, 2023, outlines the requirements for submitting biographical sketches by senior/key personnel involved in federally funded research projects. This sketch is essential for evaluating the qualifications of individuals or teams proposing research activities. It emphasizes the disclosure of participation in foreign government-sponsored programs, prohibiting involvement in malign recruitment initiatives, as per NSPM-33 and relevant U.S. law. The document provides a structured format for presenting personal information, professional preparation, appointments, qualifications, and relevant products that demonstrate the individual's capability to conduct the proposed project. Personal details deemed irrelevant, such as home addresses or personal hobbies, must not be included. The summary incorporates certification requirements ensuring the accuracy of the information provided. It also explains that submissions are voluntary, but incomplete details may affect funding chances. Overall, this form is a vital component of the application process for federal grants and RFPs, aiming to uphold transparency and integrity in the proposal evaluation process.
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