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    § Federal grant opportunity · G27AS00051

    Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

    Geological Survey is accepting applications for Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. The deadline is December 2, 2026 and the published award range is $1 – $450K.

    Key facts

    Funder
    Geological Survey
    Application deadline
    December 2, 2026
    Award range
    $1 – $450K
    Eligibility
    other
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Science Technology And Other Research And Development
    Opportunity number
    G27AS00051

    Program overview

    The U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center is offering a funding opportunity to a participating partner of the California Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) for research to improve understanding of seabed mineral formation, including interactions with fundamental ocean processes, element enrichment, growth timescales, and submarine geohazards. The cooperative agreement funded under this NOFO shall deliver timely, relevant science that supports resource managers and informs adaptive management strategies. This competitive funding opportunity intends to leverage and expand existing CESU partnerships and sharing of expertise.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Geological Survey.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before December 2, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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