This grant from the La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science aims to conduct a Population Viability Analysis (PVA) for mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. The project, conducted in collaboration with the National Park Service, will assess the long-term prospects of this vulnerable species due to urbanization effects. The grant will fund a post-doctoral researcher to compile relevant data, develop the PVA model, explore genetic data integration, and engage in conservation activities. The outcomes will include a comprehensive report and publication articles on the PVA results, contributing to the protection of mountain lions in the region.
Opportunity ID: 260541
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | P14AS00215 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Population viability for Mountain Lions at SAMO |
| 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: | 15.944 — Natural Resource Stewardship |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 29, 2014 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 15, 2014 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. This is not a request for applications. This funding announcement is to provide public notice that the National Park Service will fund the following project under an existing Cooperative Management. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 15, 2014 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. This is not a request for applications. This funding announcement is to provide public notice that the National Park Service will fund the following project under an existing Cooperative Management. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 29, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $53,883 |
| Award Ceiling: | $120,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Park Service |
| Description: | The purpose of this project is to work collaboratively to produce a population viability analysis (PVA) for mountain lions in the region of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Mountain lions are the last remaining large carnivore in the park and a high profile species that is especially vulnerable to the effects of urbanization. Because of their very large home ranges and dispersal distances, mountain lions require large, intact natural areas and functional connections between them. A PVA will provide concrete information about the prospects for this species in the park over the long-term. The La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science at UCLA will hire a post-doctoral researcher, Dr. John Benson, to work with National Park Service wildlife staff on the PVA. Dr. Benson will be a jointly funded by the LKC and the National Park Service (NPS). Specifically, during this two-year project, Dr. Benson will work with NPS staff to compile all the available information relevant to the model, construct the model for mountain lions in the Santa Monica Mountains, and apply various scenarios relevant to conservation in the region, including increased and decreased connectivity between remaining natural areas and increased urban development. John will also work with faculty at UCLA to explore how genetic data can be brought to bear on this population model and how similar modeling exercises may work to benefit endangered species in California. Dr. Benson will also participate in LKC and NPS outreach activities, including giving presentations to NPS staff and the public, and will participate in decision-making meetings and other conservation activities for which his research expertise is appropriate. Recipient will produce a report on the results of the PVA, as well as articles for publication. |
| Link to Additional Information: | http://www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
KRISTINA BLISS, Agreements Specialist, 805 370-2321
kristina_bliss@nps.gov Email:kristina_bliss@nps.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 260541 Other Supporting Documents-DOI Notice of Intent to Award 1 -> P14AS00215 DOI Notice of Intent to Award.pdf
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