This Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Task Agreement is awarded to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, for a project focused on evaluating changes within spruce-fir forests. The primary purpose of this grant is to identify and understand the impacts of exotic insects and climate change on these vital forest ecosystems. Dr. Jennifer Franklin, recognized for her specific expertise in high-elevation forest ecology and tree physiology, will serve as the Principle Investigator. This new, single-source award, issued under the authority of 16 USC 5933 (CFDA #00.000), underscores the unique capabilities of the recipient in this specialized research area. The project is scheduled to run from June 1, 2010, to December 30, 2011, contributing valuable insights into forest health and environmental shifts.
Opportunity ID: 54887
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NPS-NOI-GRSM-R5471100013 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Evaluate Changes in Spruce-Fir Forests to Identify Iimpacts of Exotic Insect and Climate Change |
| 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: | 00.000 — Not Elsewhere Classified |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 01, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 11, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 11, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 11, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $30,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Park Service |
| Description: | This is a Notice of Intent to award a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit Task Agreement to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for project titled “Evaluate Changes in Spruce-Fir Forests to Identify Impacts of Exotic Insect and Climate Change”. The Principle Investigator for this action is Dr. Jennifer Franklin. This is a new award and the project term is 06/01/2010 to 12/30/2011. The authority under which this task agreement is issued is 16 USC 5933 with CFDA #00.000 applicable to this action. Due to the unique capabilities of the recipient, a single-source award determination has been made for this action. Dr. Franklin has specific expertise in the area of high elevation forest ecology and tree physiology. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Judith Couch
Financial Agreements Specialist Phone 865-436-1224 Email:judy_couch@nps.gov |
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