§ Federal grant opportunity · PD-23-1650

    Biological Oceanography

    U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for Biological Oceanography. The deadline is August 17, 2026 and the published award range is Award amount not published.

    Key facts

    Funder
    U.S. National Science Foundation
    Application deadline
    August 17, 2026
    Award range
    Award amount not published
    Eligibility
    Eligibility criteria are published in the funding opportunity announcement.
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Research
    Opportunity number
    PD-23-1650

    Program overview

    The Biological Oceanography Program supports fundamental research in biological oceanography and marine ecology in environments ranging from estuarine, coastal, and open ocean systems to the deep sea, as well as in the Great Lakes. Proposals submitted to the Program must have a compelling context in population, community, or ecosystem ecology or oceanography, as well as address topics that will contribute significantly to the understanding of marine or Great Lakes ecosystems. The Program supports interdisciplinary research and often co-reviews and co-funds projects with various programs in the Division of Ocean Sciences and the Directorate of Biological Sciences (BIO), among others. Details on research topics funded by the Program, including supplements, RAPIDS, and EAGERS, can be found by selecting the link under Related URLS titled: "Additional Program Information." To view research projects funded by the Program select the link below titled "What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts)."

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from U.S. National Science Foundation.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before August 17, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

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