The National Wetlands Research Center (NWRC) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a grant to fund research in the development of remote sensing technologies for mapping submerged aquatic plants (SAV) like seaweeds and seagrasses in the DelMarVA lagoon. The outcomes of this research will enhance the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of SAV remote sensing mapping worldwide, making it a valuable opportunity for those working in the field of environmental science and technology. Deadline for applications is September 16, 2013.
Opportunity ID: 237673
General Information
| Document Type:: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number:: | G13AS00088 |
| Funding Opportunity Title:: | Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Chesapeake Watershed CESU |
| Opportunity Category:: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation:: | |
| Funding Instrument Type:: | |
| Category of Funding Activity:: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation:: | |
| Expected Number of Awards:: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings Number(s):: | 15.808 — U.S. Geological Survey_ Research and Data Collection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:: | No |
| Version:: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date:: | Jul 15, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date:: | Sep 16, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications:: | Jul 26, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications:: | Sep 16, 2013 |
| Archive Date:: | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding:: | $ 499,999 |
| 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 Ecosystem 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 Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name:: | Geological Survey |
| Description:: | The National Wetlands Research Center (NWRC) of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity for research that advances the development of remote sensing technologies for mapping extent and condition of submerged aquatic plants (SAV), particularly, seaweeds and seagrasses. Although this research will focus on the DelMarVA lagoon, the expected technology advances will have direct implications to the timeliness, accuracy, and consistency of SAV remote sensing mapping globally. |
| Link to Additional Information:: | |
| Grantor Contact Information:: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Synopsis 5 | EXTEND DUE DATE | Sep 16, 2013 |
| Synopsis 4 | TO EXTEND DUE DATE | |
| Synopsis 3 | TO EXTEND DUE DATE | |
| Synopsis 2 | EXTEND DUE DATE | |
| Synopsis 1 |
Package Status
Below are CLOSED Opportunity Package(s) no longer available for this Funding Opportunity:
Package No: 1
| Assistance Listings: | 15.808 |
| Competition ID: | G13AS00088 |
| Competition Title: | Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Chesapeake Watershed CESU |
| Opportunity Package ID: | PKG00180970 |
| Opening Date: | Jul 15, 2013 |
| Closing Date: | Sep 17, 2013 |
| Agency Contact Information:: | FAITH GRAVES |
| Who Can Apply:: | Organization Applicants |
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Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) [V2.1] Project Narrative Attachment Form [V1.1] Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424A) [V1.0] Assurances for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424B) [V1.1] |
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Packages
| Assistance Listings | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions | Who Can Apply: | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.808 | G13AS00088 | Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Chesapeake Watershed CESU | PKG00180970 | Jul 15, 2013 | Sep 17, 2013 | View | FAITH GRAVES | Organization Applicants |