The US Geological Survey, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, is offering a funding opportunity to a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) partner. This grant is designed to thoroughly investigate the ecological impacts of Hurricane Sandy on migrating landbirds and their utilization of vital coastal habitats. This grant is for the purpose of advancing scientific understanding of how severe weather events influence avian populations and the resilience of critical coastal ecosystems. It aims to support detailed research into changes in bird migration patterns, habitat use, and the overall health and functionality of these ecosystems in the aftermath of the disaster. The initiative seeks to contribute critical data for informed conservation and management strategies, filling crucial knowledge gaps regarding long-term environmental consequences and future preparedness.
Opportunity ID: 248274
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G14AS00015 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Chesapeake Watershed CESU |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| 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: | Nov 25, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Feb 25, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $75,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Unit (CESU) Program. CESU¿s are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Chesapeake Watershed CESU Program |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | The US Geological Survey, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner to investigate the impacts of Hurricane Sandy on migrating landbirds and their use of coastal habitats. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/home.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Faith Graves, 703-648-7356
fgraves@usgs.gov Email:fgraves@usgs.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 248274 Full Announcement-1 -> funding opportunity.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Faith Graves, 703-648-7356 fgraves@usgs.gov Email: fgraves@usgs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.808 | G14AS00015 | Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Chesapeake Watershed CESU | PKG00190096 | Nov 25, 2013 | Dec 09, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
248274 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
248274 Project-1.1.pdf
248274 SF424A-1.0.pdf
248274 SF424B-1.1.pdf