Water, Landscape, and Critical Zone Processes
ID: 357579Type: Posted
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National Science Foundation (NSF)

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Others

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Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Water, Landscape, and Critical Zone Processes," aimed at supporting research on the Earth's near-surface environment and its response to change. This program focuses on the intricate interactions among hydrologic, geomorphic, and geochemical processes that influence soil development, water quality, and climate regulation, which are crucial for sustainable natural resource management and hazard mitigation. With an estimated total program funding of $23,850,000 and approximately 80 awards expected, proposals can be submitted at any time, and interested applicants can reach out to NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance. For more details, please refer to NSF Publication 25-519 available at http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf25519.

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