This grant is for the purpose of advancing seismic monitoring capabilities through the development of innovative, low-cost seismometers leveraging existing geophone technology. Structured as a Non-Competitive Cooperative Agreement, this funding opportunity aims to foster collaborative research and practical applications. The initiative seeks to significantly reduce the financial barriers associated with deploying extensive seismic networks, thereby enabling broader data collection for geophysical research, earthquake early warning systems, and volcano monitoring. Recipients are expected to develop robust, deployable solutions that enhance our understanding of Earth’s dynamic processes and contribute to community safety. This agreement facilitates a partnership approach, ensuring shared objectives and support for groundbreaking advancements in seismic instrumentation. The program emphasizes creating accessible tools that democratize access to critical Earth science data.
Opportunity ID: 294129
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USGS-17-FA-0203 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Low-cost Seismometers from Geophones |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Non-Competitive Cooperative Agreement |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.808 — U.S. Geological Survey_ Research and Data Collection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 25, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 05, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 05, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 05, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $45,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | Non-Competitive Cooperative Agreement |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Gerald Lewandowski
Contract Specialist Phone 916-278-9340 Email:glewando@usgs.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 294129 Full Announcement-Notice of Intent -> Notice of Intent.pdf
Packages
There are no packages on this grant.
Share This Post, Choose Your Platform!
About the Author: osnqt
