This grant from the Department of Environmental Conservation aims to investigate the use of CO2 and chemical agents for controlling invasive red swamp crayfish in burrows and small ponds. The project is part of a collaborative effort to assess the effectiveness of these methods in Michigan and other states. Researchers will explore sustainable strategies to manage the population of P. clarkii and protect local ecosystems. Deadline for applications is June 20, 2019.
Opportunity ID: 316843
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USGS-19-FA-0205 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Use of CO2 and chemical agents to control invasive red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) in ponds and burrows |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.808 — U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 07, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 07, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 20, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 20, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 21, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $49,750 |
| Award Ceiling: | $49,750 |
| Award Floor: | $49,750 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: |
This project represents the second year of an ongoing collaboration to evaluate the potential to use CO2, and selected chemical control agents, in burrows and small ponds to effect control of invasive P. clarkii in Michigan and other states. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Desiree T Santa
Grant Specialist Phone 703-648-7382 Email:dsanta@usgs.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 316843 Other Supporting Documents-NOI -> NOI FORM Auburn FY19.pdf
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